📦US International Trade Commission Investigates Polypropylene Imports
The Commission hereby gives notice of the institution of investigations and commencement of preliminary phase antidumping and countervailing duty investigation Nos. 701-TA-757 and 731-TA-1737-1738 (Preliminary) pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 ("the Act") to determine whether there is a reasonable indication that an industry in the United States is materially injured or threatened with material injury, or the establishment of an industry in the United States is materially retarded, by reason of imports of polypropylene corrugated boxes ("PC boxes") from China and Vietnam, provided for in subheading 3923.10.90 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, that are alleged to be sold in the United States at less than fair value and imports of PC boxes alleged to be subsidized by the Government of China. Unless the Department of Commerce ("Commerce") extends the time for initiation, the Commission must reach preliminary determinations in antidumping and countervailing duty investigations in 45 days, or in this case by May 2, 2025. The Commission's views must be transmitted to Commerce within five business days thereafter, or by May 9, 2025.
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The proclamation announces National Poison Prevention Week, urging awareness of accidental poisoning, particularly from opioids like fentanyl. It highlights the government's effort to combat drug trafficking and improve community safety through education and preventative measures while establishing a framework for ongoing drug safety initiatives.
Learn More⚡Combined Notice of Energy Filings and Regulatory Impact Overview
The Department of Energy's Combined Notice of Filings highlights various submissions from exempt wholesale generator applicants and electric rate-related filings. It includes self-certifications, tariff amendments, and regulatory compliance documents, emphasizing the evolving landscape for energy companies and their operational frameworks. The notice also encourages public participation in the regulatory process, enhancing community engagement.
Learn More🏗️Certification of Tariff Processing Systems on Steel and Aluminum
On February 10, 2025, the President issued Proclamations 10895 "Adjusting Imports of Aluminum into The United States" (Aluminum Proclamation), and 10896 "Adjusting Imports of Steel into the United States" (Steel Proclamation), imposing specified rates of duty on imports of aluminum and steel, respectively (collectively, the Proclamations). The Proclamations also required the Secretary of Commerce to certify that adequate systems are in place to fully, efficiently, and expediently process and collect tariff revenue for covered articles. This notice certifies that adequate systems are in place to fully, efficiently, and expediently process and collect tariff revenue for covered articles for both steel and aluminum.
Learn More📄Notice on OLE Objects in Tariff Records for eTariff Filings
The Department of Energy's notice addresses the prohibition of OLE objects in electronic tariff filings and emphasizes compliance with established protocols. It details the potential consequences of including embedded objects in submissions and clarifies the correct procedures for ALJ settlement filings. The communication aims to ensure that filings are processed correctly without errors.
Learn More⚖️ITC Upholds Duties on Steel Trailer Wheels from China
The International Trade Commission has decided to maintain antidumping and countervailing duties on steel trailer wheels imported from China. This determination is based on findings that revocation of these duties would likely lead to material injury to the U.S. industry, ensuring continued protection for domestic manufacturers against unfair pricing practices.
Learn More⚡Combined Notice of Energy Filings
The Department of Energy and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued a combined notice detailing multiple electric rate filings. The notice specifies various applicants, compliance submissions, tariff amendments, and related comment deadlines, providing essential information for stakeholders in the energy sector.
Learn More🚗Executive Order Adjusts Tariffs Impacting Automotive Industry
Executive Order 14232 aims to amend duties related to automotive production to mitigate disruption in the U.S. automotive industry, particularly in regard to trade with Mexico. The Order addresses tariff adjustments for automotive parts and reduces the duty on potash, effective March 7, 2025, while emphasizing the significance of the automotive sector to national security and economic stability.
Learn More🚗Executive Order Adjusts Tariffs to Support Automotive Industry
Executive Order 14231 addresses the flow of illicit drugs across the northern border by amending tariffs related to the U.S. automotive industry and potash imports from Canada. The order seeks to minimize disruptions in automotive supply chains, emphasizing the importance of this industry for national security and economic stability. It introduces specific changes to tariffs, aiming to protect jobs and industry innovation.
Learn More📦Amendment to Import Duties on Canadian Products Effective March 2025
In order to effectuate the President's Executive Order 14193, "Imposing Duties to Address the Flow of Illicit Drugs Across Our Northern Border," as amended by Executive Order 14197, "Progress on the Situation at Our Northern Border", and subsequently amended by Executive Order 14226, "Amendment to Duties to Address the Flow of Illicit Drugs Across Our Northern Border", which imposed specified rates of duty on imports of articles that are products of Canada, and further amended by the President's March 6, 2025 Executive order "Amendment to Duties to Address the Flow of Illicit Drugs Across Our Northern Border," the Secretary of Homeland Security has determined that appropriate action is needed to modify the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) as set out in the Annex to this notice.
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