Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane; containing trifluoromethan (HFC-23) or perfluorocarbons (PFCs) not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs); other mixtures n.e.c. in subheading 38

US extends China corrosion-inhibitor anti-dumping duties after sunset review

The U.S. Department of Commerce has completed its expedited first sunset review of the antidumping duty order on certain corrosion inhibitors from China and determined that revoking the order would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping. The order remains in effect, maintaining tariffs on Chinese corrosion-inhibitor imports. Shippers and importers sourcing these products from China must continue factoring existing anti-dumping duties into landed-cost calculations and customs-duty compliance planning.

US delays graphite-electrode countervailing duty ruling

The U.S. International Trade Commission has postponed preliminary determinations in countervailing duty (CVD) investigations into large-diameter graphite electrodes from China and India. The delay extends the timeline for the investigations, pushing back the preliminary findings that would establish whether unfair subsidies exist. Importers and exporters of graphite electrodes should monitor for the revised determination dates and prepare for potential duty assessments once preliminary rulings are issued.

EU–Uzbekistan trade pact: tariff relief and market access

The EU and Uzbekistan have signed an Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement, effective 29 April 2026. The deal establishes preferential trade terms, removes tariffs on key sectors, and creates a framework for customs cooperation. Shippers moving goods between the EU and Uzbekistan will benefit from reduced duties on eligible products, though origin rules and certificate-of-origin requirements will apply.

US antidumping duties on Chinese activated carbon affirmed

The U.S. Department of Commerce has concluded its administrative review of antidumping duties on activated carbon imports from China for the 2023–2024 period, finding that certain Chinese exporters continued to sell below normal value. This final determination maintains existing duty rates on these products and affects importers sourcing activated carbon from China. Shippers and freight forwarders handling activated carbon shipments from China must verify their supplier's antidumping duty status and ensure proper landed-cost calculations reflect the applicable duty rates.