US Probes Cheap Pulp Imports from Brazil, Norway
Published Date: 9/30/2025
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Summary
The U.S. government found that imports of high purity dissolving pulp from Brazil and Norway might be hurting American businesses by being sold too cheaply or unfairly supported by Brazil’s government. Because of this, they’re moving forward with a deeper investigation that could lead to new trade rules or tariffs. Companies involved should watch for updates soon, as these changes could affect prices and business by early 2026.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Preliminary Finding: U.S. Industry Harm
On September 26, 2025, the U.S. International Trade Commission found a reasonable indication that U.S. producers of high purity dissolving pulp (HPDP) are materially injured by imports from Brazil and Norway. This preliminary finding follows petitions filed on August 12, 2025, and starts a final phase investigation that could lead to trade remedies under the Tariff Act of 1930.
Imports from Brazil and Norway Under Duty Investigations
Antidumping investigations (Nos. 731-TA-1762 and 731-TA-1763) and a countervailing duty investigation (No. 701-TA-777) were instituted effective August 12, 2025 for high purity dissolving pulp from Brazil and Norway. Importers and foreign exporters named in those investigations may face antidumping or countervailing duties if Commerce and the Commission reach affirmative final determinations.
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