>>Trade frictions against China
贸促〔2021〕0506号预警信息：South Africa made the first sunset review of safeguards on imported hexagonal screws
On 3 August, the WTO Committee on Safeguards issued a notification on safeguards submitted to it by the South African delegation on 30 July。South Africa made the first sunset review of safeguards on imported Screws Fully Threaded with Hexagon Heads made of Steel，Decides to continue the safeguard levy for a period of three years from 2 August 2021 to 1 August 2024，The detailed tax rate is as follows: 35 from August 2, 2021 to August 1, 2022.6%;30 from August 2, 2022 to August 1, 2023.6%;25 from August 2, 2023 to August 1, 2024.61%。The South African tax code of the product in question is 7318.15.39。The damage investigation period in this case is from January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020, and the damage threat investigation period is from January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2022。
贸促〔2021〕0507号预警信息：The United States made the second double reverse sunset review of industrial damage to Chinese-related magnesium-carbon bricks
8月3日，The United States International Trade Commission (ITC) voted to make a second sunset review of anti-dumping imports of Magnesia Carbon Bricks from China and Mexico with positive industrial injury final ruling，A second affirmative final determination of countervailing industry injury on magnesium-carbon bricks imported from China: to determine if the existing anti-dumping and countervailing measures are abolished，Within a reasonably foreseeable period，The material damage to the domestic industry caused by the import of the products in question may continue or recur。According to the final ruling, the existing anti-dumping and countervailing measures in this case continue to be effective。In the ruling, all five ITC commissioners voted yes。
贸促〔2021〕0508号预警信息：Indonesia initiated the third anti-dumping sunset review investigation on Chinese-related polyester staple fiber
8月6日，The Indonesian Anti-dumping Commission issued Notice No. 320/KADI/VIII/2021，At the request of the Indonesian Fiber and Filament Producers Association (APSyFI)，对进口自中国大陆、印度和中国台湾地区的聚酯短纤（Polyester Staple Fiber or PSF）启动第三次反倾销日落复审立案调查。The product's Indonesian tax code is 5503.20.00。Interested parties should submit questionnaires and requests for hearings within 14 days of the announcement。Contact information of the investigating authority (Indonesia Antidumping Commission) : Tel/fax: 62-21-3850541, E-mail: kadi@kemendag.go.id。
贸促〔2021〕0509号预警信息：India makes final anti-subsidy ruling on viscose filament yarns related to China
8月9日，India's Ministry of Commerce and Industry issued a statement，A final and negative anti-subsidy ruling is made on Viscose Rayon Filament Yarn above 60 deniers originating in or imported from China，It is recommended not to impose countervailing duties on the Chinese products involved。The products in question do not include yarns/threads that can be used on embroidery spool and yarns produced using spindle spinning technology。
贸促〔2021〕0510号预警信息：India has formally imposed anti-dumping duties on Chinese-related phthalic anhydride
8月9日，The tax bureau of India's Ministry of Finance issued a statement，Accepted the final anti-dumping ruling made by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of India on 19 May 2021 against Phthalic Anhydride originating in or imported from China, Indonesia, Korea and Thailand，Decided to impose anti-dumping duties on the products involved in the above-mentioned countries for a period of 5 years，That's 40 in China.Usd 08 / mt, Indonesia 59.$83 / MT ~ 90.$11 / metric ton, 63 in Thailand.Usd 06 / MT ~ 134.At $91 / mt, Korea's anti-dumping duty is 41.$26 / MT ~ 140.The difference between US $17 / metric ton and the amount charged in Circular No. 152/2009-Customs issued by the Tax Bureau of the Ministry of Finance on 31 December 2009 (provided that the amount in this case is higher than the duties charged in No. 152/2009-Customs of 2009)。As of the date of publication of this announcement in the official Gazette, anti-dumping duties will be formally imposed on the products involved in the above-mentioned countries。The product in question has Indian Customs code 29173500。
贸促〔2021〕0511号预警信息：The United States has made a preliminary anti-circumvention ruling on China-related oil pipes
8月10日，The U.S. Department of Commerce has issued an announcement,An anti-circumvention preliminary ruling was made on Oil Country Tubular Goods imported from China，Found that the products in question imported from China were produced and exported to the United States through Brunei and the Philippines to avoid anti-dumping and countervailing duties imposed by the United States on Chinese petroleum pipes。Therefore, the anti-dumping duties and countervailing duties applicable to the products in question in China also apply to the oil pipes imported from Brunei and the Philippines。The U.S. Department of Commerce has instructed U.S. Customs to charge 99 percent for products from the two countries.14% antidumping cash deposit and 27.08% countervailing cash margin。
贸促〔2021〕0512号预警信息：American versus ChineseYOH floor MATS are recalled
On August 12, the US Consumer Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of Chinese-made YOH super soft purple floor MATS。The recalled products measure 5 feet by 8 feet。Bottom label printed with "100% Polyester" and "Made in China"。The product does not meet federal flammability standards for carpets and MATS and poses a fire hazard。So far, no accidents or casualties have been reported。The U.S. Consumer Safety Commission (CPSC) advised consumers to immediately stop using the product and contact Suellen Roosevein for a full refund。
贸促〔2021〕0513号预警信息：American versus ChineseAndecor Girls Tye floor MATS are recalled
On August 12, the U.S. Consumer Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of Chinese-made Andecor Girls Tye floor MATS。The recalled products are rectangular in a mix of light pink, alternate colors, green and blue and measure about 6 feet by 9 feet。The label on the bottom of the product is printed with "100% Acrylic face fiber content" and "Made in China."。The product does not meet federal flammability standards for carpets and MATS and poses a fire hazard。So far, no accidents or casualties have been reported。The U.S. Consumer Safety Commission (CPSC) advised consumers to immediately stop using the product And contact And Beyond for a full refund。
贸促〔2021〕0514号预警信息：Canada has issued a recall of Chinese-made magnet set toys
On August 12, Health Canada announced a recall of Nico SeeWonder magnet set toys made in China。The recall consists of eight individual black oval magnets, each measuring 43 mm by 15 mm (1.7英寸*0.6 inches), weighs about 250 grams (8.82盎司）。The manufacturer part number is Eggmagnet10。Health Canada sampling found that the product does not meet the requirements of toys, children if accidentally swallowed may cause quite serious consequences, even life-threatening。As of 6 August 2021, no accidents or injuries have been reported。Health Canada advised consumers to immediately keep children away from the product and contact Ami Ventures Inc.To get a refund。
贸促〔2021〕0515号预警信息：The United States and Canada have imposed recalls on Chinese-made bicycles
On August 12, the U.S. Consumer Safety Commission (CPSC) and Health Canada announced a recall of Rossignol 2018 and 2019 bicycles made in Taiwan, China。The recalled products are available in matte black (2018) and yellow-green (2019) with the words "All Track DH" printed on the cars。The frame may crack, posing a risk of a rider falling。So far, no accidents or casualties have been reported。The CPSC and Health Canada advise consumers to stop using the product immediately and contact Rossignol for a free replacement part。
贸促〔2021〕0516号预警信息：Belgium reported that raw crayfish exported to China were unqualified
On August 11, according to the European Union's Rapid Warning System for food and feed (RASFF) news, due to the detection of the banned substance chloramphenicol, Belgium notified China's export of the original crayfish Krai unqualified, the product has not yet been put on the market, has taken re-processing。The notification type is Notification of Refusal of Entry and the number is 2021.4275。
贸促〔2021〕0517号预警信息：Estonia reported that the export of drinking cups from China was unqualified
On August 11, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for food and feed (RASFF) news, due to the detection of bamboo fiber powder, Estonia notified that China's export drinking cups were unqualified, and the product has not yet been sold in the notified country, and has been delisted。The type of notification is Subsequent Information Notification and the number is 2021.4296。
>>商务部调查通告
Notice of extension of anti-subsidy investigation on imports of polyphenylene ether originating in the United States
On July 26, the Ministry of Commerce announced that according to the provisions of the "Anti-subsidy Regulations of the People's Republic of China", on August 14, 2020, the Ministry of Commerce issued the annual Notice No. 32, deciding to launch an anti-subsidy investigation into imports of polyphenylether originating in the United States。In view of the complexity of this case, in accordance with Article 27 of the Anti-Subsidy Regulations of the People's Republic of China, the Ministry of Commerce has decided to extend the investigation period of this case by six months, that is, the deadline is February 14, 2022。
>>企业走出去风险预警
贸促〔2021〕0518号预警信息：Nigeria Chinese citizens in some parts of Nepal are reminded to evacuate from dangerous areas as soon as possible
近期，In Nigeria, Borno, Yobe, Adamawa, Niger, Kaduna, Osun, Benue and other states have witnessed a series of armed kidnappings and attacks against foreign and local citizens，The security situation has become more complex and grave，If Chinese citizens stay in the wild or other dangerous areas，Could be a target for kidnappings, attacks。The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria reminds Chinese citizens in the above states to further strengthen prevention and emergency preparedness and evacuate dangerous areas as soon as possible。Emergency contact number,
Nigeria police call:911，Mfa Global Emergency Hotline for Consular Protection and Service (24 hours) : +86-10-12308, +86-10-59913991，Consular Protection and Assistance of the Embassy in Nigeria: 08065842688，Consular Protection and Assistance at the Consulate General in Lagos: 08056666116。
>>Dynamics of global economic and trade friction
贸促〔2021〕0519号预警信息：The Philippine economy ended a streak of contraction
The Philippine National Bureau of Statistics recently released data showing that the second quarter of this year, the Philippines gross domestic product growth11.8%。That was the biggest increase since the fourth quarter of 1988 and ended five straight quarters of economic contraction。In terms of industry, the Philippine industry grew by 20 percent in the second quarter.The services sector grew by 9.0%.Agriculture fell by 0. 6%.1%。Philippine National Economic and Development Authority Director Carl Tsai said on the 10th that the second quarter economic data show that the government has achieved economic recovery while dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic。Due to the impact of the epidemic, the Philippines' gross domestic product in 2020 fell by 9.That is 5%, the first contraction since 1998。
贸促〔2021〕0520号预警信息：Sri Lanka abolishes import duty on milk powder
On August 10, the Sri Lankan Cabinet meeting decided to take a series of measures to control the price rise of necessities。In view of the shortage of milk powder in the local market and the demand from importers to raise prices in line with the global price increase, the government decided to remove the import duty on milk powder to stabilize prices, Cabinet spokesman and Mass Media Minister Rambuwira said。He added that the Government's decision to remove a significant amount of import duties, rather than passing the pressure on to consumers, was progressive and responsible。