Tariff Review on Chinese Refrigerant Moves Forward
Published Date: 5/26/2026
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Summary
The U.S. International Trade Commission is speeding up a 5-year check on whether to keep extra taxes on difluoromethane (R-32) from China. This affects companies that make or sell this chemical in the U.S. and could impact prices or trade rules soon. The review started on May 8, 2026, and aims to decide if the taxes should stay to protect American businesses.
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Expedited Five-Year Review of R-32 Duties
The U.S. International Trade Commission began an expedited five-year review on May 8, 2026 to decide whether the antidumping duty order on difluoromethane (R-32) from China should be continued or revoked. This review directly involves companies that make or sell R-32 in the U.S. and could affect trade rules and prices depending on the Commission’s decision.
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