ITC probes cable imports: Amphenol and Molex in hot seat?
Published Date: 3/19/2025
Notice
Summary
The U.S. International Trade Commission got a complaint about certain active electrical cables and their parts, claiming some companies might be breaking import rules. This could lead to orders stopping sales or imports during a 60-day review, affecting companies like Amphenol and Molex. The public and other groups have a chance to share their thoughts soon, so keep an eye out if you’re interested!
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
Possible Import/Sale Stops for Cable Sellers
A complainant has asked the Commission to issue a limited exclusion order, cease and desist orders, and require a bond for certain active electrical cables and components during a 60-day Presidential review period. The complaint names Amphenol Corporation, Molex, LLC, TE Connectivity PLC, and Volex PLC as respondents and alleges violations under section 337 of the Tariff Act (19 U.S.C. 1337).
Short Public-Comment Window and Filing Rules
Members of the public and interested parties may file written comments on public interest issues; comments must be filed by close of business eight calendar days after publication (publication date March 19, 2025, so due by March 27, 2025). Submissions are limited to five (5) pages, must be filed electronically through EDIS (https://edis.usitc.gov), and the complainant may reply no later than three calendar days after the initial submissions were due.
Confidential Filing Protections and Disclosures
If you submit documents you may request confidential treatment; requests must state reasons and be directed to the Secretary. Documents for which confidential treatment is properly sought may still be used by the Commission and disclosed to government employees and contract personnel for specified purposes (including cybersecurity), while nonconfidential submissions will be publicly available on EDIS.
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