Thailand Initiates Safeguard Investigation into Global Imports of Polypropylene
Thailand Initiates Safeguard Investigation into Global Imports of Polypropylene
On September 3, 2025, Thailand’s Department of Foreign Trade (DFT) initiated a safeguard (SG) investigation into global imports of polypropylene. 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 SG 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 under Item 1.4 of the Initiation Notice to register as an interested party in this proceeding.
| KEY DATES | |
|---|---|
| Period of Investigation | January 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025 |
| Initial Questionnaire Response Deadline for U.S. Respondents | October 1, 2025 |
| Final Determination* | May 30, 2025 |
*Estimated
Products Under Investigation
The product subject to this investigation is polypropylene, a plastic with many uses, including plastics or medical or laboratory use, food containers, and plastic molding.
The merchandise under investigation is currently classified under Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HS) codes: 39021030001, 39021030090, 39021040001, 39021040090, 39021090001, 39021090090, 39023030001, 39023030090, 39023090001, 39023090090, and 39029090000. A complete description of the scope can be found in 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.