US ITC Launches Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Investigations into Chinese Cast Iron Soil Pipe Fittings

Summary

The US International Trade Commission (ITC) has initiated investigations into cast iron soil pipe fittings imported from China, alleging they are sold at less than fair value and subsidized by the Chinese government. The ITC must reach a preliminary determination within 45 days, or by August 28, 2017, and will then transmit its findings to the US Department of Commerce.