>>Trade frictions against China
贸促〔2021〕0537号预警信息：Argentina made the second anti-dumping sunset review final ruling on China-related automobile transmission shaft products
8月19日，The Ministry of Production Development of Argentina issued Notice No. 484/2021，The second anti-dumping sunset review of the automobile transmission shaft products originating in China, namely cross universal joint and ball cage three-fork (Spanish: crucetas y tricetas) was made positive and final，Decides to maintain the anti-dumping duties established by Announcement No. 539 of 2015，The announcement shall take effect as of the date of promulgation，It is valid for 5 years。The MERCOsur tax code of the products involved is 8708.99.90。
贸促〔2021〕0538号预警信息：Argentina made the first anti-dumping sunset review final ruling on China-related electric ironing machines
8月19日，The Ministry of Production Development of Argentina published in the Official Journal of Argentina Announcement No. 482 of 2021，Electric irons of up to 51 kg (Spanish: Prensas de planchar electricas) originating in China, de peso inferior o igual a CINCUENTA Y UN KILOGRAMOS (51 kg)) made the first anti-dumping sunset review affirmative final ruling，Decides to maintain the anti-dumping measures established by Announcement No. 1210 of 2015，Continue to levy 505 on the products involved.21 USD/piece anti-dumping duty。The MERCOsur customs code for the products involved is 8451.30.91和8451.30.99。The announcement shall take effect from the date of promulgation and be valid for five years。
贸促〔2021〕0539号预警信息：Argentina made the second anti-dumping sunset review final ruling on Chinese-related electric irons
8月19日，The Ministry of Production Development of Argentina published in the Official Gazette of Argentina Announcement No. 483 of 2021，For electric irons originating in China (excluding irons connected to an external steam generator via pipes)，西班牙语：Planchas eléctricas excluyéndose a las planchas que se conectan mediante tuberías a un generador de vapor externo）作出第二次反倾销日落复审肯定性终裁，Decides to maintain the anti-dumping measures established by Notice No. 244 of 2015。The MERCOsur customs code of the products involved is 8516.40.00。The announcement shall take effect from the date of promulgation and be valid for five years。
贸促〔2021〕0540号预警信息：India made a final anti-dumping ruling on Chinese-related acetoacetyl derivatives
8月19日，India's Ministry of Commerce and Industry issued a statement，Aceto Acetyl Derivatives of aromatic or hetrocyclic compounds originating in or imported from China，Alias Arylides made a definitive anti-dumping final ruling，It is recommended to impose anti-dumping duties on China's involved products on a CIF basis，The specific tax rate is as follows: The producer Qingdao Haiwan Specialty Chemicals Co., Ltd.）为24.79%, Nantong Acetic Acid Chemical Co., LTD., Ltd.）为26.64% and other producers were 44%.90%。The case involves products under Indian Customs codes 29242920 and 29242990。
贸促〔2021〕0541号预警信息：India makes final anti-dumping ruling on polyester yarn related to China
8月19日，India's Ministry of Commerce and Industry issued a statement，A final affirmative anti-dumping ruling has been made on Polyester Yarn(or Polyester Spun Yarn) originating in or imported from China, Indonesia and Vietnam，It is recommended to impose anti-dumping duties on the products involved in the above countries for a period of 5 years，Among them, the tax of the Chinese products involved in the case is 4 to 124 US dollars/metric ton，The tax on the products involved in Indonesia ranges from $65 to $191 per metric ton，The tax on the products involved in Vietnam is 281 US dollars/metric ton;At the same time, Nepal's products involved in the case made a negative anti-dumping final ruling。The products in question do not include dyed polyester yarns, mixed polyester yarns or coloured polyester yarns and polyester yarns with yarn counts greater than 8 (8s counts) or thinner than 45 (45scounts)。This case involves products under Indian Customs Code 55092100。
贸促〔2021〕0542号预警信息：The United States made the first anti-subsidy sunset review of China-related corrosion resistant steel plates
8月19日，The US Department of Commerce said in a statement，The first anti-subsidy fast-sunset review of Corrosion-Resistant Steel Products imported from China was made，Ruling that the countervailing duty in this case should be eliminated，Will result in China involved in the product subsidies to 39.05%～241.The subsidy rate of 07% continues or reoccurs。The product in question has the US Harmonized Tariff number 7210.30.0030、7210.30.0060、7210.41.0000、7210.49.0030、7210.49.0091、7210.49.0095、7210.61.0000、7210.69.0000、7210.70.6030、7210.70.6060、7210.70.6090、7210.90.6000、7210.90.9000、7212.20.0000、7212.30.1030、7212.30.1090、7212.30.3000、7212.30.5000、7212.40.1000、7212.40.5000、7212.50.0000和7212.60.0000以及7210.90.1000、7215.90.1000、7215.90.3000、7215.90.5000、7217.20.1500、7217.30.1530、7217.30.1560、7217.90.1000、7217.90.5030、7217.90.5060、7217.90.5090、7225.91.0000、7225.92.0000、7225.99.0090、7226.99.0110、7226.99.0130、7226.99.0180、7228.60.6000、7228.60.8000和7229.90.Some products under item 1000。
贸促〔2021〕0543号预警信息：The United States and Canada have imposed recalls on Chinese-made blowers
On August 18, the U.S. Consumer Safety Commission (CPSC) and Health Canada announced a recall of Chinese-made B-Air® VP-33 blowers。The recalled products are available in blue, red, green and other colors, with the B-Air logo on the vents and labels。Capacitors in the product may overheat, posing a fire hazard。So far, five reports of capacitors overheating in blowers have been received in the United States, causing about $75,000 in property damage, and no injuries have been reported。The CPSC and Health Canada recommend discontinuing use of the product immediately and contacting the company for a free repair kit。
贸促〔2021〕0544号预警信息：The United States and Canada have issued recalls of dental glue made in China
On August 18, the U.S. Consumer Safety Commission (CPSC) and Health Canada announced a recall of Hallmark teether made in China。The recalled products are made of cork and come in seven different styles with decorative fabrics or stuffed animal heads。The white label is printed with SKU and date codes JUL15, 1117, 0618, 0719, 1020。The wood blocks of the product may break into small pieces, posing a choking hazard。To date, we have received two reports of product breakage in the United States and two in Canada, including one case of a child putting a broken piece of wood in his mouth. No injuries have been reported。CPSC and Health Canada advise consumers to stop using the product immediately and contact Hallmark to receive a $25 gift card。
贸促〔2021〕0545号预警信息：Canada recalls magnet toys made in China
On August 23, Health Canada announced a recall of Moza magnet toys made in China。The recall includes 27 non-magnetic silver balls and 36 magnetic rods in silver containers。Small magnets are easy to be swallowed by children, if children accidentally swallowed may cause quite serious consequences, even life-threatening。As of August 8, 2021, no accidents or injuries have been reported。Health Canada advises consumers to keep children away from the product immediately and return the product for a full refund。
贸促〔2021〕0546号预警信息：The United States and Canada have issued recalls of children's tableware made in China
On August 26, the US Consumer Safety Commission (CPSC) and Health Canada announced a recall of children's tableware made in China。The recall is for Cutie Spoovel children's spoons。The product is made of silicone and plastic, two in a set。The spoon has "Cutie Spoovel" printed on the back and PR printed on the back of the handle。The handle of the product may break, and the small parts pose a choking hazard to children。So far, we have received three reports of handle breakage in the United States, but no injuries have been reported。The CPSC and Health Canada advise consumers to immediately stop using the product and contact Ryan and Rose for a full refund。
贸促〔2021〕0547号预警信息：Canada has imposed a recall on Chinese-made mugs
On August 26, Health Canada announced a recall of Crackle Glaze mugs made in China。The recalled products are made of ceramic, surface cracked glaze, 354 ml (12 oz), light blue, royal blue, light gray, cyan, light blue, gray and other colors, UCP 8 40820 09254 6。The product may break during use and may cause burns to consumers when loaded with hot water。So far, no accidents or casualties have been reported。Health Canada advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and return it to Save On Foods for a full refund。
贸促〔2021〕0548号预警信息：Germany reported that China's export of tomato slices unqualified
On August 19, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for food and feed (RASFF) news, due to the detection of pathogenic microorganisms Salmonella, Germany notified that the export of tomato slices from China was unqualified, the product has been sold in other EU member states, and has been withdrawn from the recipient。The notification type is Warning Notification and number is 2021.4450。
贸促〔2021〕0549号预警信息：Japan recalls Chinese rape flowers
On August 24, the Japanese Consumer Agency released a news that the mite content detected in Chinese bulk rape flowers was 0.02ppm, in violation of the unified standard for pesticide residues in the Food Hygiene Law (0.01ppm), therefore, the related products are recalled。
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贸促〔2021〕0550号预警信息：Djibouti Remind Chinese enterprises and citizens in Kyrgyzstan to step up security precautions
Recently, the Barbara district of Djibouti City and Serious incidents occurred in the Boulaos district, where some houses were set on fire and casualties occurred。
The Chinese Embassy in Djibouti reminds Chinese citizens and Chinese-funded institutions in Djibouti to pay close attention to the local situation, raise their awareness of safety precautions and avoid going to relevant areas for the time being。Djibouti Emergency number:19. Mof Global Emergency Hotline for Consular Protection and Service (24 hours) : +86-10-12308 or + 86-10-599,13991; Chinese Embassy in Djibouti Consular Protection and Assistance Tel: +253-77083173。
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贸促〔2021〕0551号预警信息：Kazakhstan and Russia will further strengthen cooperation in various fields including economy, trade and transit transportation
Local timeOn the 18th, Kazakh Prime Minister Mamin and visiting Russian Prime Minister Mishustin held talks in Kazakhstan's capital Nursultan。The two sides discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation in the fields of economy, trade, transit transportation, industry and energy。According to the results of the talks, the two countries signed six cooperation documents。During the talks, both sides said that Kazakhstan and Russia are expected to increase bilateral trade to $20 billion by the end of 2021, exceeding the level before the outbreak of the novel coronavirus。Statistics show that due to the impact of the epidemic, bilateral trade decreased by 9% in 2020 and increased by 27% in the first half of 2021。
贸促〔2021〕0552号预警信息：The EU publishes official regulatory requirements for organic agricultural and food products from third countries
On August 16, the European Commission published Regulation (EU) 2021/1342 supplementing and amending Regulation (EU) 2018/848。The main contents are as follows: (1) Official supervision of production enterprises in third countries。Including products produced, acreage, production area, number of producers and food processing activities;Information on the nature of organic produce and food;The supervision and inspection activities carried out by the competent authorities in the previous year, the results achieved and the corrective measures taken;(2) Official requirements。An annual report shall be submitted to the Committee reporting on it, including on the regulatory situation;(3) Requests for examination of third country officials;(4) Recognize the validity of official regulation in third countries。The Regulation will enter into force 20 days from the date of publication in the Official Journal of the European Union and will apply from 1 January 2022。