China's Wood Subsidies Taxed: Fair Play for American Millwork
Published Date: 5/5/2026
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Department of Commerce decided to keep extra taxes (called countervailing duties) on wood mouldings and millwork products from China because removing them could let unfair government subsidies sneak back in. This affects Chinese exporters and U.S. producers who want a level playing field. These duties stay in place starting May 5, 2026, helping protect American businesses from unfair competition.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Named Exporters Face Ad Valorem Rates
The notice lists net countervailable subsidy rates that apply to named producers/exporters and to all others, effective May 5, 2026: Fujian Yinfeng Imp & Exp Trading Co., Ltd. — 28.17 percent ad valorem; Fujian Nanping Yuanqiao Wood Industry Co., Ltd. — 252.29 percent ad valorem; All Others — 40.33 percent ad valorem.
Countervailing Duties Remain In Force
If you are a U.S. millwork or moulding producer, the U.S. Department of Commerce kept the countervailing duty order in place to prevent unfair subsidies. The order remains effective starting May 5, 2026, to help protect American businesses from unfair competition.
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