Madagascar Initiates Safeguard Investigation into Global Imports of Tubes, Pipes and Hoses, and Fittings Thereof, of Plastics
Madagascar Initiates Safeguard Investigation into Global Imports of Tubes, Pipes and Hoses, and Fittings Thereof, of Plastics
On December 24, 2025, Madagascar’s National Authority for Trade Remedies (ANMCC) initiated a safeguard (SG) investigation into global imports of tubes, pipes and hoses, and fittings thereof of plastics. If an affirmative decision is issued in this investigation, duties may be imposed on subject U.S. exports.
What is a Safeguard (SG) investigation?
A safeguard investigation assesses whether a surge of imports is causing or threatening to cause serious 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 records and submit information and comments, ensuring that your views are considered. Please follow the directions outlined in Sections 6 and 7 of the Initiation Notice for instructions on how to register as interested party in this proceeding.
| KEY DATES | |
|---|---|
| Period of Investigation | 2023 through 2025 |
| Registration and Comment Deadline | January 23, 2026 |
| Initial Questionnaire Response Deadline | January 23, 2026 |
| Final Determination* | December 24, 2026* |
*Estimated
Product Under Investigation
The products subject to this investigation are tubes, pipes and hoses, and fittings thereof, of plastics. The merchandise under investigation is currently classified under tariff codes 391710, 391721, 391722, 391723, 391729, 391731, 391732, 391733, 391739 and 391740.
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.