U.S. final ruling on anti-dumping duties on mainland and Taiwan ribbons
The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) issued a final decision on the 12th, concluding that certain narrow woven ribbons produced in mainland China and Taiwan were being sold in the United States at prices below market value, causing significant harm to domestic industries. As a result, the commission approved the imposition of anti-dumping duties, with rates reaching as high as 234% on businesses in both regions.
Following the USITC's affirmative determination of injury, the U.S. Department of Commerce is now set to formally implement anti-dumping measures against companies across the Taiwan Strait. According to the Department’s ruling on July 13, one mainland Chinese manufacturer was exempt from the duty, while others faced tariffs ranging from 115.70% to 234.40%. In contrast, the tax rates for Taiwanese manufacturers were significantly lower, with the highest rate standing at just 4.54%.
Although the ruling was officially passed, it did not come without controversy. Out of the six commissioners, only three voted in favor of the dumping determination. Two members, including the chairperson, opposed the decision, while one abstained. The committee found evidence of dumping by mainland Chinese manufacturers but did not support imposing similar duties on Taiwanese firms.
According to recent trade data, the U.S. imported approximately $13 million worth of ribbons from mainland China and $33.9 million from Taiwan last year. This highlights the significance of the sector in bilateral trade.
Under U.S. trade law, the Department of Commerce typically investigates whether dumping has occurred and determines the extent of the price difference, while the USITC assesses whether such practices have caused material injury to domestic industries. If both agencies reach a positive conclusion, the Department can then authorize customs to impose the necessary duties on the affected products.
The ongoing financial crisis has led to a prolonged economic downturn in the U.S., fueling a rise in protectionist sentiments. With midterm elections approaching, the U.S. government has increasingly turned to trade remedies against Chinese goods. In response, China has consistently raised its concerns through diplomatic channels, urging the U.S. to honor previous agreements, reject protectionism, and work together to address global economic challenges.
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