Silicon Metal From Angola, Australia, Laos, Norway, and Thailand; Scheduling of the Final Phase of Countervailing Duty and Antidumping Duty Investigations

Brief takeaway: A U.S. trade case on silicon metal imports has entered its final phase, which could lead to antidumping or countervailing duties on goods from several countries.

What changed: According to the notice, the International Trade Commission is scheduling the final phase of antidumping and countervailing duty investigations to determine whether U.S. industry is materially injured by silicon metal imports from the named countries. The notice states that Commerce has preliminarily found subsidization from Australia, Laos, Norway, and Thailand, and less-than-fair-value sales from Angola and Laos, while less-than-fair-value determinations for Australia and Norway are pending.

Who's affected: The notice names silicon metal provided for HTS subheadings 2804.69.10 and 2804.69.50. It cites countries of origin including Angola, Australia, Laos, Norway, and Thailand.

What to review:
- Review whether your imported products fall under HTS subheadings 2804.69.10 or 2804.69.50.
- Confirm with your broker whether any of your silicon metal sourcing involves the named countries of origin.
- Check the case numbers (701-TA-760-763 and 731-TA-1743-1746) for status, schedules, and any preliminary or final duty rates.
- Review with trade counsel how potential antidumping or countervailing duties may affect your sourcing and cost planning.

This is general information, not legal advice and not a compliance determination — confirm specifics with a licensed customs broker or trade counsel.