Brazil's Empty Capsules Face U.S. Dumping Scrutiny and Delays
Published Date: 5/29/2025
Notice
Summary
The U.S. says hard empty capsules from Brazil might be sold here for less than they should be, which could hurt American businesses. This is just the first check, and the final decision is taking a bit longer. If you’re involved, get ready to share your thoughts soon, as this could affect prices and trade rules through September 2024.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Preliminary finding of dumping
The U.S. Department of Commerce preliminarily found that hard empty capsules from Brazil are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation is October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024. The notice says this preliminary finding could hurt American businesses involved with these products.
Final decision postponed; provisional measures extended
The notice indicates the final determination has been postponed and provisional measures have been extended in the investigation of hard empty capsules from Brazil. Parties involved in importing, selling, or making these capsules should expect the investigation timeline to continue beyond the preliminary finding.
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