US Probes China’s Rust-Fighting Chemicals for Fair Play

2026-19175, Certain Electronic Devices With Certain Audio Technologies; Notice of Institution of Investigation

BoomCloud 360 Inc. has asked the U.S. International Trade Commission to investigate certain electronic devices with special audio tech for patent infringement. If the claims are true, some products might be blocked from being sold or imported into the U.S., which could shake up the market soon. This investigation started on September 15, 2026, and could lead to big changes for companies selling these devices.

2026-19165, Certain Gyro-Stabilized Electric Unicycles and Components Thereof and Products Containing the Same; Notice of a Commission Determination Not To Review an Initial Determination Granting Complainants' Unopposed Motion To Amend the Complaint and Notice of Investigation

The U.S. International Trade Commission is moving forward with a case about gyro-stabilized electric unicycles, adding a new company, LeaperKim Coyote, to the investigation. This affects companies importing or selling these unicycles in the U.S., with potential impacts on sales and patents. The case started in March 2026 and is now expanding, signaling serious attention to patent rights and market control.

2026-19096, Certain Wireless Communication Devices and Components Thereof; Notice of a Commission Determination Not To Review an Initial Determination Terminating the Investigation as to Certain Respondents; Termination of the Investigation

The U.S. International Trade Commission has ended its investigation into certain wireless devices after some companies settled and were dropped from the case. This means no more legal action for those companies, and the investigation is officially closed. If you’re involved with these wireless products, the matter is settled with no new fees or penalties coming your way.

2026-19045, Certain Balloon Dilation Devices, Systems, and Components Thereof; Notice of a Commission Determination To Review in Part a Final Initial Determination Finding a Violation of Section 337; Request for Written Submissions on the Issues Under Review and Remedy, the Public Interest, and Bonding; Extension of Target Date

The U.S. International Trade Commission is taking a second look at a decision about certain balloon dilation devices that might have broken trade rules. They’re asking for input on how to fix the issue, how it affects the public, and money matters. The deadline for wrapping this up is now extended to November 13, 2026, so companies involved should stay tuned and get ready to share their views.

2026-18644, Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest

The U.S. International Trade Commission got a complaint from Vicor Corporation about some power delivery and computing systems being imported and sold in the U.S. They want the public to share their thoughts on how this might affect everyone. This could lead to changes in what products are allowed, so companies involved and consumers should pay attention soon.

2026-18586, Citric Acid and Certain Citrate Salts From Canada and India; Scheduling of the Final Phase of Countervailing Duty and Antidumping Duty Investigations

The U.S. is checking if imports of citric acid and certain citrate salts from Canada and India are hurting American businesses. This investigation will decide if extra taxes (duties) should be added to these imports to keep things fair. The final decision is scheduled soon, and it could impact prices and trade starting August 26, 2026.

Previous: 2026-15722, Linear Hydraulic Cylinders From Canada, China, India, Mexico, and South Korea; Institution of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Investigations and Scheduling of Preliminary Phase Investigations

The Commission hereby gives notice of the institution of investigations and commencement of preliminary phase antidumping and countervailing duty investigation Nos. 701-TA-802-804 and 731-TA-1799- 1803 (Preliminary) pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 to determine whether there is a reasonable indication that an industry in the United States is materially injured or threatened with material injury, or the establishment of an industry in the United States is materially retarded, by reason of imports of linear hydraulic cylinders from Canada, China, India, Mexico, and South Korea, provided for in subheadings 8412.21.00 and 8412.90.90 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, that are alleged to be sold in the United States at less than fair value and alleged to be subsidized by the Governments of China, India, and Mexico. Unless the Department of Commerce ("Commerce") extends the time for initiation, the Commission must reach a preliminary determination in antidumping and countervailing duty investigations in 45 days, or in this case by September 14, 2026. The Commission's views must be transmitted to Commerce within five business days thereafter, or by September 21, 2026.

Next: 2026-15727, Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Extension: Rule 30b1-8 and Form N-CR

The SEC is asking for comments on extending the rules that require money market funds to report big financial events quickly using Form N-CR. This affects funds that face defaults, get financial help, or see big price drops, and they must file reports within days. On average, each report takes about 10.5 hours and costs around $7,100, with only about one report expected per year.