Norway Silicon Hit With U.S. Dumping Duties
Published Date: 6/30/2026
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Department of Commerce has decided that silicon metal from Norway is being sold in the U.S. for less than its fair price. This means importers of this metal from Norway might face extra duties starting June 30, 2026, to keep things fair for American businesses. If you’re involved in buying or selling this metal, get ready for some changes that could affect costs and timing.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
2.47% Antidumping Duty and Cash Deposits
If you import silicon metal from Norway, Commerce set an estimated antidumping duty rate of 2.47 percent for Elkem ASA and all other Norwegian producers. Commerce will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection to require cash deposits equal to that 2.47% rate upon publication, and suspension of liquidation will apply to entries entered or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption on or after February 9, 2026.
ITC Injury Decision and Possible Refunds
The U.S. International Trade Commission will decide within 45 days whether U.S. industry is materially injured by imports of silicon metal from Norway. If the ITC finds no injury, the proceeding ends, all cash deposits will be refunded, and suspension of liquidation will be lifted; if the ITC finds injury, antidumping duties will be assessed and remain in place.
Which Silicon Metal Is Covered (and Excluded)
The rule covers silicon metal that contains at least 85.00 percent but less than 99.99 percent silicon and less than 4.00 percent iron by weight. Semiconductor-grade silicon containing at least 99.99 percent silicon (classifiable under HTSUS 2804.61.0000) is excluded from the investigation and not subject to these measures.
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