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Thermoformed Fiber Products from China and Vietnam Investigation

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has issued a final determination in its investigation concerning thermoformed molded fiber products from China and Vietnam. This investigation, identified by Inv. Nos. 701-TA-739-740 and 731-TA-1716-1717, concludes the final phase of the inquiry.

Hexamine from China, Germany, India, Saudi Arabia Investigation

The US International Trade Commission (USITC) has concluded its final investigation into hexamine imports from China, Germany, India, and Saudi Arabia. This investigation covers both antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) aspects, with final determinations expected by December 22, 2025.

Slag Pots from China Investigation Final Phase Completed

The US International Trade Commission (USITC) has completed the final phase of its investigation into Slag Pots from China. This action concludes investigations under Inv. No. 701-TA-753 and 731-TA-1731, involving both countervailing duties and antidumping duties.

USTR Probes 17 Countries for Excess Manufacturing Capacity

The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has initiated Section 301 investigations into 17 countries for structural excess manufacturing capacity and production. The probe aims to address potential unfair trade practices and could lead to the imposition of tariffs.

Regulatory Scrutiny of Procedural Compliance and Penalties in 2025

In 2025, regulators in the EU, China, and the US increased enforcement of procedural non-compliance. The European Commission fined Eurofield approximately USD194,000 for incomplete information, and the Italian AGCM fined Ryanair USD1.47 million for similar issues. These actions highlight a growing trend of penalties for procedural missteps.

Yukos Enforcement: ICSID vs. New York Convention Award Approaches in England

The English Commercial Court, in Hulley Enterprises Ltd & Ors v. The Russian Federation, granted enforcement of ICSID awards but declined to enforce costs and interest-on-costs components of New York Convention awards related to the Yukos arbitrations. This decision highlights differing judicial gatekeeping approaches for ICSID and New York Convention awards in England.

OFAC Designations and Removals - Counter Terrorism, North Korea, Narcotics

The US Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has updated its Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List with new designations related to counter-terrorism, North Korea, and narcotics. These updates include adding individuals involved in facilitating North Korea sanctions evasion and disrupting illicit networks.

USITC: China active anode material imports do not retard US industry

The US International Trade Commission (USITC) determined that imports of active anode material from China, previously found by Commerce to be sold at less than fair value and subsidized, have not materially retarded the establishment of a U.S. industry. As a result, antidumping and countervailing duty orders will not be issued.

USITC Continues Antidumping Orders on PET Film from China, India, Taiwan, UAE

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has determined to continue existing antidumping and countervailing duty orders on polyethylene terephthalate (PET) film, sheet, and strip from China, India, Taiwan, and the United Arab Emirates. This decision means these trade remedy measures will remain in place, affecting imports of the specified product.

Commerce Final AD/CVD Determinations for Steel Fencing from China

The U.S. Department of Commerce announced final affirmative determinations in antidumping and countervailing duty investigations for temporary steel fencing from China. This action imposes duties on imports found to be unfairly priced or subsidized, impacting importers and exporters.