Court Rules Taiwan Spare Tires Face U.S. Antidumping Duties Now
Published Date: 3/12/2026
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The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled that temporary-use spare tires (T-type) made by Cheng Shin in Taiwan must be included in the antidumping duty order on passenger vehicle and light truck tires. This means these tires will now face extra import duties starting March 2, 2026, affecting Cheng Shin and its U.S. importer. The Department of Commerce updated its rules to follow the court’s decision, so importers should get ready for the change.
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Tires from Taiwan Face New Duties
Cheng Shin's temporary-use spare (T-type) tires are now included in the U.S. antidumping duty order. Beginning March 2, 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection will suspend liquidation of Cheng Shin's T-type tire entries and require cash deposits at the appropriate antidumping rate for those imports, affecting Cheng Shin and its U.S. importer, Cheng Shin Rubber U.S.A. Inc.
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