Brazil Initiates Antidumping Duty Investigation into Polyethylene Resin from the United States and Canada
Brazil Initiates Antidumping Duty Investigation into Polyethylene Resin from the United States and Canada
On November 14, 2024, Brazil’s Department of Trade Remedies (DECOM) initiated an antidumping duty (AD) investigation into imports of polyethylene resin (PE resin) from the United States and Canada. If an affirmative decision is issued in this investigation, duties may be imposed on subject U.S. exports.
What is an Antidumping Duty Investigation?
An AD investigation assesses whether foreign goods imported into a country are being sold at less than fair value (below prices or costs) in the domestic market (i.e., being dumped) and whether this is causing or threatening to cause injury to the domestic industry.
How can I participate?
U.S. companies involved in the production, sale, or distribution of the subject goods should register as interested parties as soon as possible. Registration is the first step in protecting your rights in a foreign trade remedy proceeding. Doing so allows you to access the case record and submit information and comments, ensuring your views are considered. Please follow the instructions listed in Paragraph 3 of the Initiation Notice to register as an interested party in this proceeding.
| KEY DATES | |
|---|---|
| Period of Investigation | April 1, 2023, through March 31, 2024 |
| Initial Questionnaire Response Deadline for U.S. Respondents | December 26, 2024 |
| Preliminary Determination* | June 2, 2025 |
| Final Determination* | May 14, 2026 |
*Estimated
Product Under Investigation
The product subject to this investigation is polyethylene resin (PE resin). PE resin is a versatile material used in a wide range of applications, including packaging, construction, and consumer goods. It is commonly found in products such as plastic bags, bottles, pipes, and artificial grass. The merchandise under investigation is currently classified under Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HS) codes: 3901.10.30, 3901.20.29, and 3901.40.00.
A complete description of the scope can be found in Section 2 of the Initiation Notice.
Contact Us
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Office of Trade Remedy Compliance supports U.S. companies facing foreign trade remedy proceedings (antidumping duty, countervailing duty, and safeguard actions) and ensures foreign governments comply with their international trade obligations. Should you have any questions, please contact TRCS@trade.gov. For more information, visit Office of Trade Remedy Compliance.