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贸促〔2023〕0069号预警信息：Vietnam made a final anti-dumping ruling on China-related tables, chairs and accessories
On February 17, 2023, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam issued Resolution No. 235/QD-BCT of February 13, 2023, making a final affirmative anti-dumping ruling on tables, chairs and accessories originating in China, and decided to impose a levy on Chinese chairs and accessories.An anti-dumping duty of 4%, levied on Chinese tables and their accessories 35.2% anti-dumping duty;At the same time，A final negative anti-dumping ruling was made on the products originating in Malaysia，Ruled that the Malaysian products involved were dumped，But import volume is very small (less than 3%)，Decided to terminate the anti-dumping investigation into the products involved in the case in Malaysia，Not to apply anti-dumping measures;The Vietnamese tax code of the products involved is 9401.31.00、9401.39.00、9401.41.00、9401.49.00、9401.61.00、9401.69.90、9401.71.00、9401.79.90、9401.80.00和9403.30.00;The measures will take effect from 13 February 2023。
贸促〔2023〕0070号预警信息：Brazil made a final ruling on the sunset review of anti-dumping on the woven fabric of Huahe fiber
February 17, 2023，The Management Executive Committee of the Foreign Trade Commission (GECEX) of the Ministry of Economy of Brazil has issued resolution No. 449 of 2023，The second Anti-dumping Sunset review of synthetic fiber knitted fabrics (Portuguese: malhas de viscose) originating in China was made final，Decided to continue to impose anti-dumping duties on the Chinese products involved for a period of five years，税额为3.65 dollars per kilogram。The products in question are circular woven fabrics consisting of rayon yarns or filaments, mainly viscose, whether or not containing elastic filaments (commercially known as lycra), of a width of more than 30 cm, unbleached, bleached, dyed, printed or of various colours, and of unlimited weight。The MERCOsur tax code of the products involved is 6004.10.41、6004.10.42、6004.10.43、6004.10.44、6004.90.40、6006.41.00、6006.42.00、6006.43.00和6006.44.00。The resolution shall take effect as of the date of promulgation。
贸促〔2023〕0071号预警信息：Brazil China auto glass made the first anti-dumping sunset review final ruling
February 17, 2023，The Management Executive Committee of the Foreign Trade Commission (GECEX) of the Ministry of Economy of Brazil has issued Resolution No. 450 of 2023，The first anti-dumping sunset review of automotive glass (Portuguese: vidros automotivos) originating in China was made final，Decided to continue to impose anti-dumping duties on the Chinese products involved for a period of five years，The tax is 475.15～2761.$35 / metric ton, tax details are shown in the attached table。The MERCOsur customs code of the products involved is 7007.11.00、7007.19.00、7007.21.00、7007.29.000、8708.29.99和8708.22.00。The following products are not taxed: 1.Armoured glass;2.Tempered and laminated glass，Applicable to motorcycles, mopeds, motorcycles, tricycles, four-wheelers, wheeled or crawler tractors, planters, harvesters, cranes, lifting platforms, multi-purpose cranes, off-highway dump trucks, backhoe loaders, non-self-propelled mechanical cockpits, locomotives, aircraft and ships;3.Electric solar sunroof glass for automobiles and light commercial vehicles;Sum 4.Car rear door glass (for luggage)。The resolution shall take effect as of the date of promulgation。
On January 11, 2016, the Brazilian Ministry of Industry and Foreign Trade Service issued the announcement No. 1 of the Foreign Trade Secretariat in 2016 in the official Gazette, in response to the application submitted by the Brazilian Glass Industry Association, the anti-dumping investigation of automotive glass originating in China was launched。On February 17, 2017, Brazil made a positive final ruling on the case and decided to levy 475 on the products involved in China.15～2761.Anti-dumping duty of US $35 / mt。On February 17, 2022, the Brazilian Foreign Trade Secretariat issued Notice No. 7 of 2022 in the Federal Government Gazette, saying that in response to the application submitted by the Brazilian Automatic Glass Industry Technology Association, the first anti-dumping sunset review investigation of automotive glass originated in China was launched。
Attached table: Brazil China auto glass anti-dumping sunset review final tax table
贸促〔2023〕0072号预警信息：India launches anti-evasion probe into Chinese fishing nets
February 21, 2023，India's Ministry of Commerce and Industry issued a statement，Application submitted by the Indian Fishnet Manufacturers Association(IFMA)，Initiate anti-circumvention investigations into Fishing nets originating in or imported from China，To examine whether the Chinese products involved were exported to India via Malaysia to circumvent the existing anti-dumping duties。The dumping investigation period in this case is from October 1, 2021 to September 30, 2022 (12 months), and the injury investigation period is from 2019 to 2020, 2020 to 2021, 2021 to 2022 and the dumping investigation period。This case involves products under Indian Customs Code 56081110。Interested parties should send an email to: dd15-dgtr@gov within 30 days of the filing date.in, jd13-dgtr@gov.in, adg13-dgtr@gov.in, adv11-dgtr@gov.in) to submit relevant information to the investigating authorities。
贸促〔2023〕0073号预警信息：美国ITC publishes Part 337 Final ruling on the graphics system and its components and the digital television comprising the system
February 22, 2023，The United States International Trade Commission (ITC) issued a notice saying，A specific Graphics system and its components and a digital television (Certain Graphics Systems) containing that system, Components Thereof, and Digital Televisions Containing the Same，Investigation Code: 337-TA-1318) Final decision of Part 337: Preliminary decision of the Administrative Judge of the case made on 24 January 2023 (No.56) No review, that is, based on the withdrawal of the applicant, terminating the investigation of the United States registered patent No. 8,468,547。TCL Industries Holdings Co., Guangdong, China., Ltd. of Huizhou, Guangdong, China TCL Industrial Holdings Co., LTD., TCL Industries Holdings, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China (H.K.) Limited of Pak Shek Kok, New Territories, TCL Electronics Holdings Limited, Hong Kong, China, of Sha Tin, New Territories, TCL Technology Group Corporation of Huizhou, Guangdong, China, Guangdong, China TCL Technology Group Co., LTD., TTE Corporation of Sha Tin, Hong Kong SAR, China, New Territories, TCL Holdings (BVI) Limited of Sha Tin, Hong Kong, China, New Territories, TCL King Electrical Appliances (Huizhou) Co., LTD. Ltd., of Huizhou, Guangdong, China TCL Wangwang Electrical (Huizhou) Co., LTD., TCL New Technologies Co., Guangdong, China., Ltd. of Shenzen, Guangdong, TCL New Technology Co., LTD., Shenzhen, China, TCL MOKA International Limited of Sha Tin, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, China, New Territories, Hong Kong, Vietnam TCL Smart Device (Vietnam) Co., Ltd. of Binh Duong Province, Vietnam, Mexico Manufacturas Avanzadas SA de CV of Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, TCL Electronics Mexico, Mexico, S de RL de CV of Benito Juarez, Distrito Federal, Mexico, Hong Kong, China TCL Overseas Marketing Ltd. of Sha Tin, New Territories, Hong Kong. Realtek Semiconductor Corp. The defendants of Hsinchu, Taiwan were named。
贸促〔2023〕0074号预警信息：The United States and Canada have imposed recalls on Chinese-made Disney toys
On February 16, 2023, the U.S. CPSC and Health Canada announced a recall of Disney handmade products made in China。The recall affects soft rubber handpieces of the following Disney characters: Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Buzz Lightyear and Stiddy。Some handles have holes in them that rattle。产品高约4.25至5.25英寸。Arm or leg parts may fall off, and small parts pose a choking hazard to children。
The recalled products are inSold in the United States and Canada from May 2022 to December 2022, about 16,140 units were sold in the United States and about 604 units were sold in Canada for about $15- $19。To date, we have received 10 reports of small parts falling off products in the United States, and no injuries have been reported.No accidents or injuries were reported in Canada。The U.S. CPSC and Health Canada recommend discontinuing use of the product immediately and contacting Kids Preferred for instructions on a full refund。
贸促〔2023〕0075号预警信息：Canada has issued a recall of Chinese-made epoxy resin kits
On February 17, 2023, Health Canada announced a recall of epoxy resin kits made in China。The recall includes all sizes of Dr.Crafty epoxy kit。Each kit contains two components, component A is an epoxy resin adhesive and component B is an epoxy resin hardener, which are mixed together to form an epoxy resin。The product does not comply with the labeling requirements of the Consumer Chemicals and Containers Regulations set out in the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act of 2001。Lack of proper labeling information can lead to inadvertence of contact with products, with the risk of serious illness or injury。
Health Canada recommends immediate discontinuation of use of the product and safe disposal in accordance with local municipal hazardous waste requirements。
贸促〔2023〕0076号预警信息：The Netherlands reported that Chinese garlic exports were unqualified
On February 23, according to the official website of the European Union's Rapid Warning System for food and feed (RASFF), the Netherlands notified that Chinese garlic exports were unqualified due to the cadmium content detected in the products。The notification type is an Attention notification, alert No. 2023.1299。
贸促〔2023〕0077号预警信息：Finland reported that Chinese candy exports were unqualified
On February 23, according to the official website of the European Union's Rapid Warning System for food and feed (RASFF), Finland notified that candy exported from China was unqualified due to the unauthorized use of the additive titanium dioxide detected in the product。The notification type is Denial of Entry Notification, alert number 2023.1314。
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贸促〔2023〕0078号预警信息：Chinese citizens are advised not to travel to Afghanistan in the near future
At present, the security situation in Afghanistan has become more severe and complex。The Foreign Ministry reminds Chinese citizens and institutions in Afghanistan to pay attention to safety, strengthen prevention and emergency preparedness, take tight security measures when going out, and leave Afghanistan as soon as possible if not necessary。In case of emergency, please report to the police in time and contact the Chinese Embassy in Afghanistan。
In view of the special circumstances in the relevant regions, if Chinese citizens insist on going to or staying in the relevant regions, they may face extremely high security risks and affect the effectiveness of assistance。Afghanistan police call:119, MFA Global Consular Protection and Service Emergency Hotline (24 hours):+86-10-12308 or +86-10-65612308, Consular protection and assistance Tel :+93-700483276。
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贸促〔2023〕0079号预警信息：The Philippine Senate officially approved itRCEP
Senate of the PhilippinesThe Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) was officially ratified on the evening of February 21, clearing the last domestic hurdle for the Philippines to join the world's largest free trade area。The Philippine Senate approved the RCEP approval by 20 votes in favor, one abstention and one vote against。The Philippines will then submit the instrument of approval to the Secretariat of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations。The RCEP will enter into force for the Philippines 60 days after the submission of the instrument of approval。Arceno Balisacan, Director General of the Philippine National Economic and Development Administration, said that joining the RCEP will help integrate the Philippines into the global supply chain, expand market access, and drive sustained economic growth through regional and global trade and increased investment in strategic sectors。The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), which came into effect on January 1, 2022, is the world's largest free trade agreement。
贸促〔2023〕0080号预警信息：英国The CPI rose 10 percent in January from a year earlier.1%
Data released recently by the Office for National Statistics show that the UKThe consumer price index (CPI) rose 10 percent in January from a year earlier.1 percent, down from 10 percent in December.5%, the third consecutive month of contraction。Slower increases in transport, restaurants and hotels were the main reasons for the fall in inflation, the data showed。Grant Fitzner, chief economist at the Office for National Statistics, said there were growing signs that costs were "rising at a slower rate" as oil, electricity and other prices fell, but remained generally high, particularly in the steel and food sectors。James Smith, head of research at the Resolution Foundation, a British think tank, said that the UK inflation rate continued to fall in January in line with the Bank of England's expectations, but it was still in double digits and higher than many developed economies。In addition, poor households still face a severe cost-of-living crisis due to high energy and food prices。Since April last year, the British inflation situation has been deteriorating, and the CPI rose by 11 percent in October last year.1 percent, a 40-year high, and has since retreated slightly。To control inflation, the Bank of England has raised interest rates ten times in a row since December 2021, taking the base rate to 4%。