China's Appliance Shelves Face U.S. Tariff Renewal Scrutiny

2026-17046, Certain Wireless Communications Devices and Components Thereof; Notice of Request for Submissions on the Public Interest

Notice is hereby given that on August 14, 2026, the presiding administrative law judge ("ALJ") issued an Initial Determination on Violation of Section 337. The ALJ also issued a Recommended Determination on remedy and bonding should a violation be found in the above-captioned investigation. The Commission is soliciting submissions on public interest issues raised by the recommended relief should the Commission find a violation. This notice is soliciting comments from the public and interested government agencies only.

2026-17011, Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest

Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint entitled Certain Electronic Devices with Certain Audio Technologies, DN 3931; the Commission is soliciting comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint or complainant's filing pursuant to the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure.

2026-16848, Silicon Metal From Australia and Norway; Determinations

2026-16905, Certain Transformers and Components Thereof; Notice of Institution of Investigation

A company called Ayr Energy says some transformers and their parts imported into the U.S. are using stolen secrets and fake branding, which could hurt American businesses. The U.S. International Trade Commission is now investigating and might stop these products from being sold here. This could lead to new rules and orders soon, affecting companies selling these transformers and possibly changing what’s on store shelves.

2026-16811, Certain Ink Cartridges and Components Thereof II; Notice of a Commission Determination Finding a Violation Under Section 337; Issuance of a General Exclusion Order and Cease and Desist Orders; Termination of the Investigation

Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has determined to find a violation under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, and to issue a general exclusion order ("GEO") prohibiting the importation of products that infringe claims 1 and 7 of each of the following patents: U.S. Patent Nos. 8,764,172 ("the '172 patent"); 9,370,934 ("the '934 patent"); 11,535,038 ("the '038 patent"); 12,240,248 ("the '248 patent"); and 12,240,249 ("the '249 patent"); and cease and desist orders ("CDOs") against respondents Mountain Peak, Inc. and Straightouttaink, LP. The investigation is terminated.

2026-16816, Hand Trucks and Certain Parts Thereof From China; Determination

Previous: 2025-16726, Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar From Mexico and Turkey; Institution of Five-Year Reviews

The government is checking if special taxes on steel rebar from Mexico and Turkey should stay or go. This affects companies that buy or sell this steel, and the decision could change prices or trade rules soon. Everyone involved needs to share info quickly to help decide if these taxes protect U.S. businesses or not.

Next: 2025-16729, Information Collection; General Services Administration Acquisition Regulation; Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc)

GSA is asking for public feedback to keep collecting info about Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) projects. This affects construction pros working with the government and helps make sure paperwork stays clear and easy. No big money changes, just a smooth extension to keep things running on time.