Melamine Review Fizzles: No Chinese Duty Drama

2026-17418, Citric Acid and Certain Citrate Salts From India: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value, Postponement of Final Determination, and Extension of Provisional Measures

The U.S. Department of Commerce found that citric acid and some citrate salts from India are likely being sold in the U.S. for less than their fair price. This means importers from India might face extra duties soon, and the final decision is delayed to give everyone more time to weigh in. This affects businesses buying or selling these products and could change prices starting late 2026.

2026-17121, Fresh Winter Strawberries From Mexico: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value, Postponement of Final Determination, and Extension of Provisional Measures

The U.S. Department of Commerce found that fresh winter strawberries from Mexico are likely being sold in the U.S. for less than their fair price. This affects Mexican strawberry exporters and could lead to extra duties to protect U.S. growers. The final decision is delayed, and provisional measures are extended, so watch for updates on costs and rules soon!

2026-17047, Oleoresin Paprika From India: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value and Final Negative Determination of Critical Circumstances

The U.S. Department of Commerce found that oleoresin paprika from India is being sold in the U.S. for less than its fair price. This means importers might face extra duties starting August 21, 2026, to keep things fair for American businesses. If you’re involved in importing or selling this spice, get ready for some changes that could affect costs and timing.

2026-17155, Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Procedures for Submissions by Certain Steel and Aluminum Producers Committing to New U.S. Steel or Aluminum Production To Obtain Tariff Adjustments Under Proclamation 10984

2026-17050, Silicon Metal From Australia and Norway: Antidumping Duty Orders

Based on affirmative final determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), Commerce is issuing antidumping duty (AD) orders on silicon metal from Australia and Norway.

2026-17049, Silicon Metal From Australia and Norway: Countervailing Duty Orders

Based on affirmative final determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), Commerce is issuing countervailing duty (CVD) orders on silicon metal from Australia and Norway.

Previous: 2025-06359, Rescission of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Administrative Reviews

The U.S. Department of Commerce is canceling certain reviews about extra taxes on imported goods because everyone asked to stop on time. This means companies involved won’t face new checks or changes for now. If you’re an importer or exporter, this keeps things steady with no surprise costs or delays.

Next: 2025-06361, Slag Pots From the People's Republic of China: Alignment of Final Countervailing Duty Determination With Final Less-Than-Fair-Value Determination

The U.S. is syncing up two important decisions about special taxes on slag pots from China to happen on the same day, by August 25, 2025. This affects Chinese slag pot exporters and U.S. companies like WHEMCO-Steel Castings, aiming to keep trade fair and protect American businesses. Expect final tax rules to be clear and official by late August, helping everyone plan ahead.