Thailand's Silicon Producers Hit with Extra U.S. Duties

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 (Commerce) preliminarily determines that fresh winter strawberries (winter strawberries) from Mexico are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is November 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination.

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.

2026-17048, Oleoresin Paprika From India: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination and Final Affirmative Critical Circumstances Determination, in Part

The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers and exporters of oleoresin paprika from India. The period of investigation is April 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025.

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.

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.

Previous: 2025-18687, Silicon Metal From the Lao People's Democratic Republic: Preliminary Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination and Alignment of Final Determination With Final Antidumping Duty Determination

The U.S. government found that companies in Laos making silicon metal are getting unfair financial help from their government. This means extra taxes might be added to their products to keep things fair for U.S. businesses. The investigation covers all of 2024, and people can share their thoughts before the final decision.

Next: 2025-18689, Silicon Metal From Australia: Preliminary Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination, and Alignment of Final Determination With Final Antidumping Duty Determination

The U.S. says Australian silicon metal producers are getting unfair government help, so it’s starting to add extra fees to their products. This affects Aussie exporters and U.S. buyers, aiming to keep things fair in the market. Final decisions will line up with other trade checks and happen soon, so stay tuned!