China's Hard Capsules Hit with Preliminary Dumping Determination
Published Date: 5/29/2025
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Summary
The U.S. says hard empty capsules from China might be sold here for less than they should be, which could hurt American businesses. This means there could be extra checks or fees soon, but the final decision is delayed to give everyone more time to weigh in. If you’re involved, keep an eye out for updates between April and September 2024!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Preliminary Finding: China Capsules Sold Below Value
The U.S. Department of Commerce preliminarily found that hard empty capsules from the People's Republic of China were or are likely being sold in the United States at less than fair value for the period April 1, 2024 through September 30, 2024. The agency says this could lead to extra checks or fees on those imports, and interested parties are invited to comment on the preliminary determination.
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