New AD/CVD Petitions Against Active Anode Material from China On December 17, 2024, new antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) petitions were filed against imports of active anode material from China. Active anode material is the primary component in the anode of lithium-ion batteries used to power electric vehicles, consumer electronics, medical equipment and other
Sol Gel Alumina-based Ceramic Abrasive Grains from China On November 25, 2024, new antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) petitions were filed against imports of sol gel alumina based ceramic abrasive grains from China. Ceramic abrasive grains are used as backings (i.e., sandpapers, grinding wheels, grinding cylinders, grinding discs, etc.) for high-precision manufacturing tools. The
Is Hong Kong Irrelevant? I recently had a nearly two-hour conversation with a Beijing lawyer friend of mine. He’s with a Chinese law firm, and our talks often involve exchanging insights about our respective countries—both of us aiming to better understand emerging trends for our law firms’ future focus. I value these discussions highly as
How to Use the Trump China Tariffs To REDUCE Your China Product Costs Yesterday, in Trump’s New Tariffs and Their Impact on U.S. Trade with China, Mexico, and Canada, I analyzed the new tariffs President-Elect Trump has talked about enacting against China, Mexico, and Canada. In that post, I explored the potential impacts of the
President Trump’s Just Announced Tariffs on Products from Canada, Mexico, and China This blog post is intended to provide the latest information and analyze the potential implications of newly proposed tariffs by President-elect Donald Trump on imports from the United States’ three largest trading partners—Canada, Mexico, and China. My aim is to assess what might
Float Glass Products from China and Malaysia On November 21, 2024, new antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) petitions were filed against imports of Float Glass Products from China and Malaysia. Float glass is used in a wide range of applications: architectural (windows, doors), automotive (windshields, windows), electronic, furniture, interior design applications. The petition was
Trump Trade Challenges and Adjustments With Donald Trump re-elected, the global business community is preparing for a potential overhaul of U.S. trade policy, ushering in a period of uncertainty and strategic recalibration. These policies are expected to reshape the global trade environment, affecting industries, markets, and supply chains worldwide. This post explores key trade issues
The U.S. Outbound Investment Final Rule: What It Means for American Business Executive Summary Effective Date: January 2, 2025 Key Impact: Restricts U.S. investments in Chinese tech sectors Affected Industries: Semiconductors, quantum computing, AI Penalties: Up to $368,136 or 2x transaction value Required Action: New compliance programs by January 2025 On October 28, 2024, the
Chinese Factories Are at Peak Desperation: This is Both Good and Bad for Product Buyers The Chinese manufacturing industry, once a global powerhouse, is now grappling with a perfect storm of challenges. From slowing global demand and rising costs to geopolitical tensions, factories across China face unprecedented pressure, resulting in a state of peak desperation.
The Power of Term Sheets Our international manufacturing lawyers are frequently asked what companies should agree on before we draft their International Manufacturing Agreement. The checklist below highlights key points you may want to discuss with your potential manufacturer before moving forward with the crafting of your manufacturing Agreement. Please note that this list is not
