The U.S. Department of Commerce has initiated investigations to determine if float glass products imported from China and Malaysia are being sold in the U.S. at less than fair value, causing harm to the U.S. industry. The inquiry was prompted by petitions from U.S. producers, Vitro Flat Glass, LLC and Vitro Meadville Flat Glass, LLC, alleging that these imports are below fair market value, thereby damaging U.S. manufacturers. The investigations will evaluate these claims and check if the industry criteria for damages and fair trade practices under U.S. commerce laws are met. The Commerce Department has set timelines for parties involved to submit comments and data as part of their process.
Simple Explanation
The U.S. Department of Commerce is checking if glass being sold from China and Malaysia in the U.S. is too cheap and hurting American companies. They are looking into this because some U.S. glass makers said it's unfair and they want to make sure the rules of buying and selling are being followed.