12 Aug 2025
📦Postponement of Polypropylene Box Investigation by Commerce Dept
Polypropylene Corrugated Boxes From the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Postponement of Preliminary Determination in the Less-Than-Fair-Value Investigation
Summary
The U.S. Department of Commerce is postponing the preliminary determination for the less-than-fair-value investigation of polypropylene corrugated boxes imported from Vietnam by 50 days, due to a timely request from petitioners citing complexities in the ongoing investigation. The new deadline for the preliminary determination is now set for October 14, 2025.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- International Trade Administration
Business Impact
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The postponement of the preliminary determination in the less-than-fair-value investigation for polypropylene corrugated boxes could lead to changes in import tariffs, affecting cost structures for businesses importing these goods from Vietnam. Businesses may need to prepare for potential financial impacts if tariffs are raised following the investigation.