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February 6, 2015

News Release 15-013

Inv. No(s). 731-TA-1046 (Second Review)

Contact: Peg O'Laughlin, John Greer , 202-205-1819

USITC Will Expedite Five-Year (Sunset) Review Concerning Tetrahydrofurfuryl Alcohol from China

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC or Commission) has voted to expedite its five-year ("sunset") review concerning the antidumping duty order on tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol from China (Inv. No. 731-TA-1046 (Second Review)).

As a result of this vote, the Commission will conduct an expedited review to determine whether revocation of this order would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time.

The Uruguay Round Agreements Act requires the Department of Commerce to revoke an antidumping or countervailing duty order, or terminate a suspension agreement, after five years unless the Department of Commerce and the USITC determine that revoking the order or terminating the suspension agreement would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping or subsidies (Commerce) and of material injury (USITC) within a reasonably foreseeable time.

The Commission's notice of institution in five-year reviews requests that interested parties file with the Commission responses that discuss the likely effects of revoking the order under review and provide other pertinent information.  Generally within 95 days from institution, the Commission will determine whether the responses it has received reflect an adequate or inadequate level of interest in a full review.  If responses to the USITC's notice of institution are adequate, or if other circumstances warrant a full review, the Commission conducts a full review, which includes a public hearing and issuance of questionnaires.

The Commission generally does not hold a hearing or conduct further investigative activities in expedited reviews.  Commissioners base their injury determinations in expedited reviews on the facts available, including the Commission's prior injury and review determinations, responses received to its notice of institution, data collected by staff in connection with the reviews, and information provided by the Department of Commerce.

All six Commissioners concluded that the domestic group response for this review was adequate and the respondent group response was inadequate and voted for an expedited review.

A record of the Commission's vote on this matter is available from the Office of the Secretary, U.S. International Trade Commission, 500 E Street SW, Washington, DC  20436.  Requests may be made by telephone by calling 202-205-1802.

The record of the Commission's vote is also posted on the USITC's Internet site at http://pubapps2.usitc.gov/sunset/caseProf/list?sort=caseTitle&order=asc.  From this page, search "tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol" using the search box in the upper right corner.

The Federal Register notice will indicate whether any further information or statements will be available.  Only parties that filed adequate responses and filed timely notices of appearance are eligible to participate further in this review.  The Commission will issue a report after it completes its review.

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February 5, 2015

News Release 15-012

Inv. No(s). 701-TA-458 and 731-TA-1154 (Review)

Contact: Peg O'Laughlin , 202-205-1819

USITC Makes Determinations Concerning Certain Kitchen Appliance Shelving and Racks from China

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) today determined that revoking the existing antidumping and countervailing duty orders on certain kitchen appliance shelving and racks from China would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time.

As a result of the Commission’s affirmative determinations, the existing orders on imports of these products from China will remain in place.

All six Commissioners voted in the affirmative.

Today’s action comes under the five-year (sunset) review process required by the Uruguay Round Agreements Act.  See the attached page for background on these five-year (sunset) reviews.

The Commission’s public report Certain Kitchen Appliance Shelving and Racks from China (Inv. Nos. 701-TA-458 and 731-TA-1154 (Review), USITC Publication 4520, February 2015) will contain the views of the Commission and information developed during the reviews.

The report will be available after March 17, 2015.  After that date, it may be accessed on the USITC website at: http://pubapps.usitc.gov/applications/publogs/qry_publication_loglist.asp.

 


 

BACKGROUND

The Uruguay Round Agreements Act requires the Department of Commerce to revoke an antidumping or countervailing duty order, or terminate a suspension agreement, after five years unless the Department of Commerce and the USITC determine that revoking the order or terminating the suspension agreement would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping or subsidies (Commerce) and of material injury (USITC) within a reasonably foreseeable time.

The Commission’s institution notice in five-year reviews requests that interested parties file responses with the Commission concerning the likely effects of revoking the order under review as well as other information.  Generally within 95 days from institution, the Commission will determine whether the responses it has received reflect an adequate or inadequate level of interest in a full review.  If responses to the USITC’s notice of institution are adequate, or if other circumstances warrant a full review, the Commission conducts a full review, which includes a public hearing and issuance of questionnaires.

The Commission generally does not hold a hearing or conduct further investigative activities in expedited reviews.  Commissioners base their injury determination in expedited reviews on the facts available, including the Commission’s prior injury and review determinations, responses received to its notice of institution, data collected by staff in connection with the review, and information provided by the Department of Commerce.

The five-year (sunset) reviews concerning Certain Kitchen Appliance Shelving and Racks from China were instituted on August 1, 2014.

On November 4, 2014, the Commission voted to conduct expedited reviews.  All six Commissioners concluded that the domestic group response for these reviews was adequate and the respondent group response was inadequate and voted for expedited reviews.

A record of the Commission’s vote to conduct expedited reviews is available from the Office of the Secretary, U.S. International Trade Commission, 500 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20436.  Requests may be made by telephone by calling 202-205-1802.

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September 18, 2014

News Release 14-095

Inv. No(s). 731-TA-1022 (Second Review)

Contact: Peg O'Laughlin , 202-205-1819

USITC Makes Determination in Five-Year (Sunset) Review Concerning Refined Brown Aluminum Oxide from China

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) today determined that revoking the existing antidumping duty order on refined brown aluminum oxide from China would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time.

As a result of the Commission's affirmative determination, the existing order on imports of this product from China will remain in place.

All six Commissioners voted in the affirmative.

Today's action comes under the five-year (sunset) review process required by the Uruguay Round Agreements Act. See the attached page for background on this five-year (sunset) review.

The Commission's public report Refined Brown Aluminum Oxide from China (Inv. No. 731-TA-1022 (Second Review), USITC Publication 4492, October 2014) will contain the views of the Commission and information developed during the review.

The report will be available after October 22, 2014. After that date, it may be accessed on the USITC website at: http://pubapps.usitc.gov/applications/publogs/qry_publication_loglist.asp.


BACKGROUND

The Uruguay Round Agreements Act requires the Department of Commerce to revoke an antidumping or countervailing duty order, or terminate a suspension agreement, after five years unless the Department of Commerce and the USITC determine that revoking the order or terminating the suspension agreement would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping or subsidies (Commerce) and of material injury (USITC) within a reasonably foreseeable time.

The Commission's institution notice in five-year reviews requests that interested parties file responses with the Commission concerning the likely effects of revoking the order under review as well as other information. Generally within 95 days from institution, the Commission will determine whether the responses it has received reflect an adequate or inadequate level of interest in a full review. If responses to the USITC's notice of institution are adequate, or if other circumstances warrant a full review, the Commission conducts a full review, which includes a public hearing and issuance of questionnaires.

The Commission generally does not hold a hearing or conduct further investigative activities in expedited reviews. Commissioners base their injury determination in expedited reviews on the facts available, including the Commission's prior injury and review determinations, responses received to its notice of institution, data collected by staff in connection with the review, and information provided by the Department of Commerce.

The five-year (sunset) review concerning Refined Brown Aluminum Oxide from China was instituted on February 3, 2014.

On May 9, 2014, the Commission voted to conduct an expedited review. All six Commissioners concluded that the domestic group response for these reviews was adequate and the respondent group response was inadequate and voted for an expedited review.

A record of the Commission's vote to conduct an expedited review is available from the Office of the Secretary, U.S. International Trade Commission, 500 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20436. Requests may be made by telephone by calling 202-205-1802.

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August 4, 2014

News Release 14-079

Inv. No(s). 731-TA-1013 (Second Review)

Contact: Peg O'Laughlin , 202-205-1819

USITC Will Conduct Full Five-Year (Sunset) Review Concerning Saccharin from China

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC or Commission) has voted to conduct a full five-year ("sunset") review concerning the antidumping duty order on saccharin from China (Inv. No. 731-TA-1013 (Second Review)).

As a result of this vote, the Commission will conduct a full review to determine whether revocation of this order would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time.

The Uruguay Round Agreements Act requires the Department of Commerce to revoke an antidumping or countervailing duty order, or terminate a suspension agreement, after five years unless the Department of Commerce and the USITC determine that revoking the order or terminating the suspension agreement would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping or subsidies (Commerce) and of material injury (USITC) within a reasonably foreseeable time.

The Commission's notice of institution in five-year reviews requests that interested parties file with the Commission responses that discuss the likely effects of revoking the order under review and provide other pertinent information. Generally within 95 days from institution, the Commission will determine whether the responses it has received reflect an adequate or inadequate level of interest in a full review. If responses to the USITC's notice of institution are adequate, or if other circumstances warrant a full review, the Commission conducts a full review, which includes a public hearing and issuance of questionnaires.

All six Commissioners concluded that the domestic group response for this review was adequate and that the respondent group response was inadequate, but that circumstances warranted a full review.

A record of the Commission's vote on this matter is available from the Office of the Secretary, U.S. International Trade Commission, 500 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20436. Requests may be made by telephone by calling 202-205-1802.

The record of the Commission's votes is also posted on the USITC's Internet site at http://pubapps2.usitc.gov/sunset/caseProf/list?sort=caseTitle&order=asc. From this page, search "saccharin" using the search box in the upper right corner.

The Federal Register notice will indicate whether any further information or statements will be available. The Commission will issue a report after it completes its review.

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July 7, 2014

News Release 14-069

Inv. No(s). 701-TA-456 and 731-TA-1151-1152 (Review)

Contact: Peg O'Laughlin , 202-205-1819

USITC Will Conduct Full Five-Year (Sunset) Reviews Concerning Citric Acid and Certain Citrate Salts from China and Canada

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC or Commission) has voted to conduct full five-year ("sunset") reviews concerning the countervailing duty order on citric acid and certain citrate salts from China and the antidumping duty orders on citric acid and certain citrate salts from Canada and China (Inv. Nos. 701-TA-456 and 731-TA-1151-1152 (Review)).

As a result of these votes, the Commission will conduct full reviews to determine whether revocation of these orders would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time.

The Uruguay Round Agreements Act requires the Department of Commerce to revoke an antidumping or countervailing duty order, or terminate a suspension agreement, after five years unless the Department of Commerce and the USITC determine that revoking the order or terminating the suspension agreement would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping or subsidies (Commerce) and of material injury (USITC) within a reasonably foreseeable time.

The Commission's notice of institution in five-year reviews requests that interested parties file with the Commission responses that discuss the likely effects of revoking the order under review and provide other pertinent information. Generally within 95 days from institution, the Commission will determine whether the responses it has received reflect an adequate or inadequate level of interest in a full review. If responses to the USITC's notice of institution are adequate, or if other circumstances warrant a full review, the Commission conducts a full review, which includes a public hearing and issuance of questionnaires.

With respect to imports from Canada, Chairman Meredith M. Broadbent, Vice Chairman Dean A. Pinkert, and Commissioners Irving A. Williamson, David S. Johanson, F. Scott Kieff, and Rhonda K. Schmidtlein concluded that both the domestic group response and the respondent group response for this review were adequate and voted for a full review.

With respect to imports from China, Chairman Meredith M. Broadbent, Vice Chairman Dean A. Pinkert, and Commissioners Irving A. Williamson, David S. Johanson, F. Scott Kieff, and Rhonda K. Schmidtlein concluded that the domestic group responses for these reviews were adequate and that the respondent group responses were inadequate, but that circumstances warranted full reviews.

A record of the Commission's votes on these matters is available from the Office of the Secretary, U.S. International Trade Commission, 500 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20436. Requests may be made by telephone by calling 202-205-1802.

The record of the Commission's votes is also posted on the USITC's Internet site at http://pubapps2.usitc.gov/sunset/caseProf/list?sort=caseTitle&order=asc. From this page, search "citric acid" using the search box in the upper right corner.

The Federal Register notice will indicate whether any further information or statements will be available. The Commission will issue a report after it completes its reviews.

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July 22, 2014

News Release 14-072

Inv. No(s). 701-TA-522 and 731-TA-1258(P)

Contact: Peg O'Laughlin , 202-205-1819

USITC Votes To Continue Cases on Certain Passenger Vehicle and Light Truck Tires from China

The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) today determined that there is a reasonable indication that a U.S. industry is materially injured or threatened with material injury by reason of imports of certain passenger vehicle and light truck tires from China that are allegedly subsidized and sold in the United States at less than fair value.

Chairman Meredith M. Broadbent, Vice Chairman Dean A. Pinkert, and Commissioners Irving A. Williamson, David S. Johanson, F. Scott Kieff, and Rhonda K. Schmidtlein voted in the affirmative.

As a result of the Commission's affirmative determinations, the U.S. Department of Commerce will continue to conduct its investigations on imports of these products from China, with its preliminary countervailing duty determinations due on or about August 27, 2014, and its antidumping duty determinations due on or about November 10, 2014.

The Commission's public report Certain Passenger Vehicle and Light Truck Tires from China (Investigation Nos. 701-TA-522 and 731-TA-1258 (Preliminary), USITC Publication 4482, August 2014) will contain the views of the Commission and information developed during the investigations.

The report will be available after August 26, 2014. After that date, it may be accessed accessed on the USITC website at: http://pubapps.usitc.gov/applications/publogs/qry_publication_loglist.asp.


FACTUAL HIGHLIGHTS

Certain Passenger Vehicle and Light Truck Tires from China
Investigation Nos. 701-TA-522 and 731-TA-1258 (Preliminary)

Product Description: New pneumatic passenger vehicle and light truck (PVLT) tires, of rubber, with tire size designations, whether or not mounted to wheels. PVLT tires are designed for use on passenger cars and associated multipurpose vehicles, and light trucks. Subject tires typically range from 13 to 24 inches in rim diameter and may be tubeless or tube-type, radial or non-radial in construction, intended for sale to original equipment manufacturers or the replacement market. PVLT tires must carry the symbol "DOT" on the sidewall, certifying applicable motor vehicle standards. Subject tire sidewalls may or may not be marked with a "P" for passenger cars and associated vehicles, or an "LT" for light trucks; however, all subject product tires must conform to Tire and Rim Association Year Book specifications. Excluded from the scope are tires absent the DOT symbol, used or retreaded tires, or non-pneumatic tires such as solid rubber tires.

Status of Proceedings:

1.   Type of investigations:  Preliminary antidumping and countervailing duty.
2.   Petitioner: United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied
	Industrial and Service Workers International Union ("USW"), Pittsburgh, PA. 
3.   Preliminary investigations instituted by the USITC: June 3, 2014.
4.   Commission's conference: June 24, 2014.
5.   USITC vote: July 22, 2014.
6.   USITC determinations to the U.S. Department of Commerce: August 1, 2014.
7.   USITC views to the U.S. Department of Commerce: August 5, 2014.

U.S. Industry:

1.   Number of producers in 2013: Nine.
2.   Location of producers' plants: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas,
	Mississippi, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and
	Virginia. 
3.   Employment of production and related workers in 2013: 29,000.
4.   Apparent U.S. consumption in 2013: $22.3 billion. 
5.   Ratio of the value of total U.S. imports to total U.S. consumption in 2013: 47 percent.

U.S. Imports:

1.   From the subject country during 2013:  $ 2.3 billion.
2.   From other countries during 2013:  $ 8.2 billion.
3.   Leading sources during 2013: China, Canada, Korea, and Japan (in terms of total value).
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July 22, 2014

News Release 14-074

Inv. No(s). 731-TA-1021 (Second Review)

Contact: Peg O'Laughlin , 202-205-1819

USITC Makes Determinations in Five-Year (Sunset) Review Concerning Malleable Iron Pipe Fittings from China

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) today determined that revoking the existing antidumping duty order on malleable iron pipe fittings from China would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time.

As a result of the Commission's affirmative determination, the existing order on imports of this product from China will remain in place.

All six Commissioners voted in the affirmative.

Today's action comes under the five-year (sunset) review process required by the Uruguay Round Agreements Act. See the attached page for background on this five-year (sunset) review.

The Commission's public report Malleable Iron Pipe Fittings from China (Inv. No. 731-TA-1021 (Second Review), USITC Publication 4484, August 2014) will contain the views of the Commission and information developed during the review.

The report will be available after August 25, 2014. After that date, it may be accessed on the USITC website at: http://pubapps.usitc.gov/applications/publogs/qry_publication_loglist.asp.


BACKGROUND

The Uruguay Round Agreements Act requires the Department of Commerce to revoke an antidumping or countervailing duty order, or terminate a suspension agreement, after five years unless the Department of Commerce and the USITC determine that revoking the order or terminating the suspension agreement would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping or subsidies (Commerce) and of material injury (USITC) within a reasonably foreseeable time.

The Commission's institution notice in five-year reviews requests that interested parties file responses with the Commission concerning the likely effects of revoking the order under review as well as other information. Generally within 95 days from institution, the Commission will determine whether the responses it has received reflect an adequate or inadequate level of interest in a full review. If responses to the USITC's notice of institution are adequate, or if other circumstances warrant a full review, the Commission conducts a full review, which includes a public hearing and issuance of questionnaires.

The Commission generally does not hold a hearing or conduct further investigative activities in expedited reviews. Commissioners base their injury determination in expedited reviews on the facts available, including the Commission's prior injury and review determinations, responses received to its notice of institution, data collected by staff in connection with the review, and information provided by the Department of Commerce.

The five-year (sunset) review concerning Malleable Iron Pipe Fittings from China was instituted on March 3, 2014.

On June 6, 2014, the Commission voted to conduct an expedited review. All six Commissioners concluded that the domestic group response for these reviews was adequate and the respondent group response was inadequate and voted for an expedited review.

A record of the Commission's vote to conduct an expedited review is available from the Office of the Secretary, U.S. International Trade Commission, 500 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20436. Requests may be made by telephone by calling 202-205-1802.

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June 6, 2014

News Release 14-055

Inv. No(s). 701-TA-514 and 731-TA-1250 (P)

Contact: Peg O'Laughlin , 202-205-1819

USITC Votes to Continue Investigations on 53-Foot Domestic Dry Containers from China

The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) today determined that there is a reasonable indication that the establishment of a U.S. industry is materially retarded by reason of imports of 53-foot domestic dry containers from China that are allegedly subsidized and sold in the United States at less than fair value.

Chairman Irving A. Williamson and Commissioners Dean A. Pinkert, David S. Johanson, and Rhonda K. Schmidtlein voted in the affirmative. Commissioners Meredith M. Broadbent and F. Scott Kieff voted in the negative.

As a result of the Commission's affirmative determinations, the U.S. Department of Commerce will continue to conduct its investigations on imports of these products, with its preliminary countervailing duty determination due on or about July 17, 2014, and its antidumping duty determinations due on or about September 30, 2014.

The Commission's public report 53-Foot Domestic Dry Containers from China (Investigation Nos. 701-TA-514 and 731-TA-1250 (Preliminary), USITC Publication 4474, June 2014) will contain the views of the Commission and information developed during the investigations.

The report will be available after July 9, 2014. After that date, it may be accessed on the USITC website at: http://pubapps.usitc.gov/applications/publogs/qry_publication_loglist.asp. Copies also may be requested after that date by emailing pubrequest@usitc.gov, calling 202-205-2000, or writing to the Office of the Secretary, U.S. International Trade Commission, 500 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20436. Requests may be made by fax at 202-205-2104.


UNITED STATES INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION
Office of Industries
Washington, DC 20436

FACTUAL HIGHLIGHTS

53-Foot Domestic Dry Containers from China
Investigation Nos. 701-TA-514 and 731-TA-1250 (Preliminary)

Product Description: 53-foot domestic dry containers ("certain domestic containers") are closed van containers generally measuring 53 feet in length, which are designed to transport dry goods primarily by rail or by road vehicles, or by a combination of both modes. Certain domestic containers are specifically designed for the movement of freight by multiple means of transportation throughout North America. They are typically made of panels of corrugated carbon steel, typically welded together or mechanically fastened, and are closed on all sides, including the top, and accessed through lockable double doors at one end. The length is specified as 53 feet because this is the longest length allowed by U.S. states for use on highways and roads, and as a result, domestic containers are only used in the North American intermodal freight market. Domestic containers are "dry" because the containers are not designed or intended for carrying liquids or goods requiring refrigeration. They have various handlings and fittings so that the containers can be lifted and then mounted on various platforms for movement, such as a chassis, a railroad well car, or a ship.

Status of Proceedings:

1.   Type of investigations: Preliminary antidumping and countervailing duty.
2.   Petitioner: Stoughton Trailers, LLC, Stoughton, Wisconsin. 
3.   Preliminary investigations instituted by the USITC: April 23, 2014.
4.   Commission's conference: May 14, 2014.
5.   USITC vote: June 6, 2014.
6.   USITC determinations issued: June 9, 2014.
7.   USITC views issued: June 16, 2014.

U.S. Industry:

1.   Number of producers in 2013: One.
2.   Location of producer's plant: Evansville, Wisconsin.
3.   Employment of production and related workers in 2013: (1)
4.   Apparent U.S. consumption in 2013: (1)
5.   Ratio of the value of total U.S. imports to total U.S. consumption in 2013: (1)

U.S. Imports:

1.   From the subject countries during 2013: (1)
2.   From other countries during 2013: None.
3.   Leading sources during 2013: China.

(1) Withheld to avoid disclosure of business proprietary information.

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June 6, 2014

News Release 14-057

Inv. No(s). 731-TA-1145 (Review)

Contact: Peg O'Laughlin , 202-205-1819

USITC Will Expedite Five-Year (Sunset) Review Concerning Steel Threaded Rod from China

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC or Commission) has voted to expedite its five-year ("sunset") review concerning the antidumping duty order on certain steel threaded rod from China (Inv. No. 731-TA-1145 (Review)).

As a result of this vote, the Commission will conduct an expedited review to determine whether revocation of this order would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time.

The Uruguay Round Agreements Act requires the Department of Commerce to revoke an antidumping or countervailing duty order, or terminate a suspension agreement, after five years unless the Department of Commerce and the USITC determine that revoking the order or terminating the suspension agreement would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping or subsidies (Commerce) and of material injury (USITC) within a reasonably foreseeable time.

The Commission's notice of institution in five-year reviews requests that interested parties file with the Commission responses that discuss the likely effects of revoking the order under review and provide other pertinent information. Generally within 95 days from institution, the Commission will determine whether the responses it has received reflect an adequate or inadequate level of interest in a full review. If responses to the USITC's notice of institution are adequate, or if other circumstances warrant a full review, the Commission conducts a full review, which includes a public hearing and issuance of questionnaires.

The Commission generally does not hold a hearing or conduct further investigative activities in expedited reviews. Commissioners base their injury determinations in expedited reviews on the facts available, including the Commission's prior injury and review determinations, responses received to its notice of institution, data collected by staff in connection with the reviews, and information provided by the Department of Commerce.

All six Commissioners concluded that the domestic group response for this review was adequate and the respondent group response was inadequate and voted for an expedited review.

A record of the Commission's vote on this matter is available from the Office of the Secretary, U.S. International Trade Commission, 500 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20436. Requests may be made by telephone by calling 202-205-1802.

The record of the Commission's vote is also posted on the USITC's Internet site at http://pubapps2.usitc.gov/sunset/caseProf/list?sort=caseTitle&order=asc. From this page, search "steel threaded rod" using the search box in the upper right corner.

The Federal Register notice will indicate whether any further information or statements will be available. Only parties that filed adequate responses and filed timely notices of appearance are eligible to participate further in this review. The Commission will issue a report after it completes its review.

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June 6, 2014

News Release 14-058

Inv. No(s). 731-TA-1021 (Second Review)

Contact: Peg O'Laughlin , 202-205-1819

USITC Will Expedite Five-Year (Sunset) Review Concerning Malleable Pipe Fittings from China

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC or Commission) has voted to expedite its five-year ("sunset") review concerning the antidumping duty order on malleable iron pipe fittings from China (Inv. No. 731-TA-1021 (Second Review)).

As a result of this vote, the Commission will conduct an expedited review to determine whether revocation of this order would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time.

The Uruguay Round Agreements Act requires the Department of Commerce to revoke an antidumping or countervailing duty order, or terminate a suspension agreement, after five years unless the Department of Commerce and the USITC determine that revoking the order or terminating the suspension agreement would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping or subsidies (Commerce) and of material injury (USITC) within a reasonably foreseeable time.

The Commission's notice of institution in five-year reviews requests that interested parties file with the Commission responses that discuss the likely effects of revoking the order under review and provide other pertinent information. Generally within 95 days from institution, the Commission will determine whether the responses it has received reflect an adequate or inadequate level of interest in a full review. If responses to the USITC's notice of institution are adequate, or if other circumstances warrant a full review, the Commission conducts a full review, which includes a public hearing and issuance of questionnaires.

The Commission generally does not hold a hearing or conduct further investigative activities in expedited reviews. Commissioners base their injury determinations in expedited reviews on the facts available, including the Commission's prior injury and review determinations, responses received to its notice of institution, data collected by staff in connection with the reviews, and information provided by the Department of Commerce.

All six Commissioners concluded that the domestic group response for this review was adequate and the respondent group response was inadequate and voted for an expedited review.

A record of the Commission's vote on this matter is available from the Office of the Secretary, U.S. International Trade Commission, 500 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20436. Requests may be made by telephone by calling 202-205-1802.

The record of the Commission's vote is also posted on the USITC's Internet site at http://pubapps2.usitc.gov/sunset/caseProf/list?sort=caseTitle&order=asc. From this page, search "malleable iron pipe fittings" using the search box in the upper right corner.

The Federal Register notice will indicate whether any further information or statements will be available. Only parties that filed adequate responses and filed timely notices of appearance are eligible to participate further in this review. The Commission will issue a report after it completes its review.

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