Court Tweaks Duties on Mexican Corrosion-Resistant Steel Imports
Published Date: 11/2/2026
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Summary
The U.S. Court of International Trade changed the rules on how much extra tax (called antidumping duty) Galvasid and other Mexican steel makers must pay for corrosion-resistant steel sold in the U.S. Starting October 29, 2026, these companies will see updated tax rates based on the court's decision. This means importers and buyers should expect changes in costs tied to these steel products.
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Antidumping Duty Rates Raised for Mexican CORE
If you import corrosion-resistant steel (CORE) from Mexico, the U.S. Department of Commerce amended the antidumping duty rates to 14.54% for Galvasid S.A. De C.V. and 14.29% for all other Mexican producers/exporters, effective October 29, 2026. These percentages replace the prior margins as part of an amended final determination and amended antidumping duty order.
Revised Cash Deposit Instructions Issued
Commerce will issue revised cash deposit instructions to U.S. Customs and Border Protection to reflect the amended dumping margins (14.54% for Galvasid; 14.29% for all others), with the amendments applicable October 29, 2026. These instructions will implement the amended final determination and order.
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