Duties Upheld on Subsidized Canadian Softwood Lumber
Published Date: 8/12/2025
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Summary
The U.S. Department of Commerce found that some Canadian softwood lumber producers got unfair financial help during 2023. They’re also stopping the review for one company. This means certain Canadian lumber sellers might face extra duties, affecting prices and trade starting now.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Findings: Canadian Softwood Lumber Subsidies
The Department of Commerce found that producers and exporters of certain softwood lumber products from Canada received countervailable subsidies during the period January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. This determination means those Canadian sellers might face extra countervailing measures, which could affect U.S. trade and prices for softwood lumber starting now.
Review Rescinded for One Company
Commerce rescinded this countervailing duty administrative review, in part, with respect to one company for the period January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. That company is no longer covered by this portion of the review.
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