🍽️U.S. Trade Commission's Determination on Paper Plates Imports
Paper Plates From China, Thailand, and Vietnam
Summary
The U.S. International Trade Commission has determined that the domestic industry is materially injured by subsidized imports of paper plates from China, Thailand, and Vietnam, which were sold at less than fair value. The investigation follows petitions from the American Paper Plate Coalition, leading to potential countervailing and antidumping duties affecting the market dynamics in the paper plate industry.
Agencies
- International Trade Commission
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The text indicates that imports of paper plates from China, Thailand, and Vietnam have been found to be sold at less than fair value and subsidized, resulting in material injury to the U.S. industry. This leads to countervailing and antidumping duties, impacting pricing strategies and market competitiveness for affected businesses.