The U.S. Department of Commerce determined that producers and exporters of crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells from Vietnam are receiving countervailable subsidies and made changes to the subsidy rates since the preliminary findings. The final decision found that critical circumstances exist for several companies, which affects how U.S. Customs and Border Protection handles the suspension of liquidation and cash deposit instructions. The investigation covers solar cells and modules from Vietnam, but some specific products are excluded. The International Trade Commission will decide whether these imports cause harm to the U.S. industry, which will determine if the proceedings go forward or if they will be terminated.
Simple Explanation
The U.S. government found that companies in Vietnam are getting unfair help from their government to make solar panels, which means they can sell them for less money in the U.S., and some rules are in place to make sure it's fair for everyone. Now, another group will decide if this has hurt American businesses, and then they will know what to do next.