Uncle Sam Slaps Duties on China's Sneaky Slow-Speed Carts
Published Date: 1/30/2025
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Department of Commerce found that certain low speed personal transportation vehicles from China are likely being sold in the U.S. for less than their fair value. This means importers from China might face extra duties soon. The final decision is delayed, giving everyone more time to weigh in before any money changes happen.
Analyzed Economic Effects
5 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 4 costs, 1 mixed.
Preliminary Finding: LTFV Sales
If you import certain low speed personal transportation vehicles (LSPTVs) from China, the Department of Commerce preliminarily found those products are being sold in the U.S. at less-than-fair-value. The period of investigation is October 1, 2023 through March 31, 2024, and this preliminary finding means importers may face additional trade duties if the final determination is affirmative.
Required Cash Deposits and Suspension
CBP will be instructed to suspend liquidation and require cash deposits for subject LSPTV imports. Commerce set preliminary cash deposit rates (adjusted where noted) such as: Guangdong Lvtong — 127.29%; Xiamen Dalle — 262.55%; Companies eligible for a separate rate — 248.16%; China-wide entity — 478.09%. Suspension of liquidation and the cash deposit requirement apply as described in the notice and, because Commerce preliminarily found critical circumstances for some exporters, will apply to unliquidated entries entered, or withdrawn from warehouse, for consumption on or after the date that is 90 days before the publication of this notice in the Federal Register.
Third-Country Exporter Deposit Assignment
If you are a third-country exporter of LSPTVs that were supplied by a Chinese producer, the cash deposit rate applied to your shipments will be the cash deposit rate applicable to the Chinese producer/exporter (or the China-wide entity) that supplied you. Commerce stated this rule in the suspension of liquidation instructions.
Critical Circumstances Found for Named Parties
Commerce preliminarily determined that critical circumstances exist for Guangdong Lvtong New Energy Electric Vehicle Technology Co., Ltd., Xiamen Dalle New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd., the non-selected respondents eligible for a separate rate, and the China-wide entity. This preliminary critical-circumstances finding triggers retroactive application of suspension of liquidation as described in the notice.
Postponed Final Determination; Extended Measures
Commerce postponed the final antidumping determination and will publish the final decision no later than 135 days after publication of the preliminary determination. Commerce also extended provisional measures (at exporters' request) from four months to a period not greater than six months. Xiamen Dalle requested the postponement and extension, and Commerce granted it.
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Personalize government policy and PRIA will tell you what this federal register document means for your household, plus every other regulation we track. PRIA reads each provision against your financial profile to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
2026-20282, Certain Corrosion Inhibitors From the People's Republic of China: Final Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2024
The U.S. Department of Commerce found that some Chinese companies making corrosion inhibitors got unfair government help during 2024. This means these companies will face extra duties starting October 2, 2026, to keep things fair for U.S. businesses. Two big companies, Anhui Trust Chem and Nantong Botao Chemical, had their subsidy rates updated after review.
2026-20383, Melamine From the People's Republic of China: Final Results of the Expedited Second Sunset Review of the Antidumping Duty Order
The U.S. Department of Commerce decided to keep the special tax on melamine imported from China because stopping it could lead to unfair low prices again. This affects Chinese melamine exporters and U.S. manufacturers like Cornerstone Chemical, who benefit from the protection. The decision is effective starting October 5, 2026, helping U.S. businesses stay competitive and fair.
2026-20294, Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar From the Republic of Türkiye: Preliminary Results and Rescission, in Part, of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2024-2025
The U.S. Department of Commerce found that some steel rebar from Türkiye was sold at unfairly low prices between July 2024 and June 2025. They’re stopping the review for three companies but continuing with others, which could affect duties and costs soon. This decision kicks in starting October 5, 2026, and folks involved should get ready for possible changes in import fees.
2026-20384, Methionine From France, Japan, and Spain: Final Results of the Expedited First Sunset Reviews of the Antidumping Duty Orders
The U.S. Department of Commerce decided to keep special taxes on methionine imports from France, Japan, and Spain because dropping them could lead to unfair low prices again. This affects companies importing methionine and helps protect U.S. producers like Novus International. These rules stay in place until at least October 5, 2026, keeping the playing field fair and prices stable.
2026-20381, Certain Cut-to-Length Carbon Steel Plate From the People's Republic of China and the Russian Federation: Final Results of the Expedited Fifth Sunset Reviews of the Antidumping Duty Orders
The U.S. Department of Commerce decided to keep special taxes on certain steel plates from China and Russia because stopping them could lead to unfair low prices again. This means U.S. steel makers stay protected from cheap imports starting October 5, 2026. If you’re in the steel business, these rules affect how much you pay or charge for these steel plates.
2026-20379, Certain Potassium Phosphate Salts From the People's Republic of China: Final Results of the Expedited Third Sunset Review of the Countervailing Duty Order
The U.S. Department of Commerce decided to keep extra taxes on certain potassium phosphate salts from China because removing them could let unfair government help continue. This affects Chinese exporters and U.S. producers who want a level playing field. The decision started on October 5, 2026, and means these duties will stay in place to protect American businesses.
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2025-01944, Common Alloy Aluminum Sheet From the Republic of Türkiye: Amended Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2022-2023
The U.S. Department of Commerce fixed some small math mistakes in its review of aluminum sheets from Türkiye sold in the U.S. They confirmed that these companies sold the aluminum for less than normal between April 2022 and March 2023. This means the final duties (extra taxes) on these imports are updated starting January 30, 2025.
Next: 2025-01946, Certain Quartz Surface Products From the People's Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders
The U.S. government is keeping special taxes on quartz surface products from China because stopping them could hurt American businesses. These taxes, called antidumping and countervailing duties, help protect U.S. makers from unfair pricing and subsidies. Starting January 24, 2025, these orders stay in place to keep the playing field fair and support U.S. industry.