Commerce Department Corrects China Solar Cell Duty Review Errors
Published Date: 3/5/2025
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Summary
The U.S. Department of Commerce fixed some details in their final review about solar panels from China made by Hanwha Q CELLS Malaysia. This update affects how duties (extra taxes) apply to these solar cells, making sure everything is clear and accurate. If you’re in the solar business or trade, keep an eye on these changes—they could impact costs and timing.
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Correction Clarifies Solar-Panel Duties
On December 12, 2024, the Department of Commerce published final results of changed circumstances reviews for antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells from the People’s Republic of China with respect to Hanwha Q CELLS Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. This notice corrects portions of the Appendix V certification to clarify how duties apply to those solar cells, which could affect costs and timing for companies that import or trade these products.
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