Certain Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Products From the People's Republic of China: Final Results of the Expedited Second Sunset Review of the Countervailing Duty Order
Published Date: 2/10/2026
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Summary
The U.S. Department of Commerce decided to keep extra taxes on certain solar panels from China because removing them could let unfair government help continue. This affects companies making or selling these solar products in the U.S., keeping prices fair and protecting American solar makers. These rules stay in place starting February 10, 2026, so importers should plan accordingly.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Countervailing Duties Stay In Place
The Department of Commerce decided not to revoke the countervailing duty order on certain crystalline silicon photovoltaic products from the People's Republic of China. This decision remains in effect and is applicable February 10, 2026. If you import or sell these solar products in the U.S., the order stays in force and may affect the price you pay.
Ad Valorem Duty Rates Specified
Commerce set net countervailable subsidy rates (percent ad valorem) that would likely prevail if the order were revoked: Changzhou Trina Solar Energy Co., Ltd. and cross-owned affiliates 41.57%, Wuxi Suntech Power Co., Ltd. 29.72%, and All Others 35.65%. These ad valorem rates are the subsidy-rate figures Commerce identified in the final results and are applicable starting February 10, 2026.
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