Commerce Launches Import Duty Reviews for April Cases
Published Date: 6/2/2026
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Department of Commerce is kicking off reviews of certain import duties to make sure everything’s fair and square. Companies involved in importing goods with April anniversary dates should get ready, as this could affect how much they pay or get refunded. Key deadlines for submitting info and comments start now, so don’t miss out on your chance to speak up!
Analyzed Economic Effects
5 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 3 costs, 1 mixed.
14‑Day Separate‑Rate Filing Requirement
If you are an exporter or producer from a non‑market‑economy country and want an individual (separate) antidumping rate, you must file a Separate Rate Certification or Separate Rate Application no later than 14 calendar days after this Federal Register notice (publication date June 2, 2026). If you previously had a separate rate but changed corporate structure or name, you must file a Separate Rate Application within the same 14‑day deadline to show you still qualify.
30‑Day Duty‑Absorption Request Window
A domestic interested party may request, within 30 days of this notice (publication date June 2, 2026), that Commerce determine whether antidumping duties were absorbed by an exporter or producer when sales in the U.S. were made through an affiliated importer. The request must name the exporter or producer for which the inquiry is requested.
No Duty Assessment for First‑Review Gap Period
For the first administrative review of any order, Commerce will not assess antidumping or countervailing duties on entries made during a relevant 'gap' period (the time after provisional measures expired and before definitive measures were in place), if a gap period applies to the period of review.
30‑Day Certification‑Eligibility Application Deadline
Exporters and producers that are not currently eligible to use the certification program but want to establish certification eligibility must file a Certification Eligibility Application no later than 30 calendar days after this Federal Register notice (publication date June 2, 2026). If such firms are later chosen as mandatory respondents, they must still answer the full questionnaire for Commerce to consider their eligibility.
Required Certification of Factual Submissions
Any party submitting factual information in these antidumping or countervailing duty proceedings must certify the accuracy and completeness of that information using Commerce's prescribed formats. Commerce intends to reject factual submissions that do not comply with the certification requirements described in the Final Rule (citation provided in the notice).
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Related Federal Register Documents
2026-14613 — Hardwood and Decorative Plywood From the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination and Final Affirmative Critical Circumstances Determination, in Part
The U.S. government found that Vietnam’s hardwood and decorative plywood makers are getting unfair financial help from their government. Starting July 21, 2026, extra taxes (called countervailing duties) will be added to these products to keep things fair for U.S. businesses. This means importers will pay more, helping protect American companies from cheap, subsidized plywood flooding the market.
2026-14612 — Hardwood and Decorative Plywood From Indonesia: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value
The U.S. Department of Commerce found that hardwood and decorative plywood from Indonesia is being sold in the U.S. for less than fair value. This means importers of this plywood will face new duties starting July 21, 2026, to keep things fair for American businesses. If you’re involved in importing or selling this plywood, get ready for some changes that could affect prices and timing.
2026-14611 — Hardwood and Decorative Plywood From the People's Republic of China: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination and Final Affirmative Critical Circumstances Determination
The U.S. Department of Commerce found that Chinese makers of hardwood and decorative plywood got unfair government help, so they’re adding extra taxes on these imports starting July 21, 2026. This means U.S. buyers will pay more for these products to keep things fair for American businesses. The new rules cover all plywood from China made in 2024 and aim to stop unfair pricing.
2026-14610 — Hardwood and Decorative Plywood From the People's Republic of China: Final Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value and Final Affirmative Determination of Critical Circumstances
The U.S. says Chinese hardwood and decorative plywood is being sold here for less than it should be, which isn’t fair to American businesses. Starting July 21, 2026, extra duties will apply to these imports to level the playing field. This means importers from China will pay more, helping U.S. producers compete better.
2026-14614 — Hardwood and Decorative Plywood from the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: 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 hardwood and decorative plywood from Vietnam is being sold in the U.S. for less than fair value, starting from October 2024 through March 2025. This means importers might face new duties to keep things fair for American businesses. The decision kicks in on July 21, 2026, shaking up the plywood market and protecting U.S. producers from unfair pricing.
2026-14609 — Hardwood and Decorative Plywood From Indonesia: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination
The U.S. Department of Commerce found that Indonesian makers of hardwood and decorative plywood got unfair government help, so they’re adding extra taxes on these imports starting July 21, 2026. This means U.S. businesses selling similar plywood get a fairer chance, and Indonesian exporters will pay more when selling to the U.S. The new rules cover products shipped during 2024 and could affect prices and trade for a while.
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2026-10938 — Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Order, Finding, or Suspended Investigation; Opportunity To Request Administrative Review and Join Annual Inquiry Service List; Note Regarding Format of Review Requests
If you’re involved in antidumping or countervailing duty cases, now’s your chance to ask the Department of Commerce to review orders or investigations during their anniversary month. This process affects importers, exporters, and businesses tied to these duties, with deadlines and rules on how to submit review requests. Acting on time can impact money flows and trade fairness, so don’t miss the window to join the review or inquiry list!
Next: 2026-10940 — Certain Activated Carbon From the People's Republic of China: Amended Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024
The U.S. Department of Commerce fixed some small math mistakes in the review of antidumping duties on activated carbon from China for April 2023 to March 2024. This update affects companies like Calgon Carbon, Norit Americas, and Chinese exporters Datong Juqiang and Ningxia Huahui. The corrected results, effective June 2, 2026, could change the money these companies owe or get back.