China Chemical Dump Probe Gets Extra Time
Published Date: 9/24/2026
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The U.S. is delaying its first big decision on whether imports of N-Cyclohexylbenzothiazole-2-Sulfenamide from China are unfairly priced. This delay gives everyone more time to dig into the details and make sure the investigation is super thorough. Importers, exporters, and businesses involved should expect the new decision by mid-December 2026, which could affect prices and trade rules.
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