Vietnam's Cheap Steel Faces U.S. Duties for Unfair Pricing
Published Date: 8/29/2025
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Summary
The U.S. says some corrosion-resistant steel from Vietnam is being sold here for less than it should be between January and June 2024. This means importers of these steel products will face extra duties to keep things fair for U.S. businesses. If you’re buying or selling this steel, get ready for changes that could affect prices starting soon!
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Duties on Vietnamese Corrosion-Resistant Steel
The Department of Commerce determined that certain corrosion-resistant steel products from Vietnam were sold in the United States at less than fair value for the period January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2024. As a result, importers of those steel products will face additional antidumping duties, which may raise costs for businesses that buy or use this steel.
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