The US International Trade Commission (USITC) has voted to continue investigations into imports of perfluoroalkoxy alkane (PFA) from India, following a preliminary determination that there is a reasonable indication of material injury to a US industry.
The USITC said the injury is allegedly linked to imports of PFA from India that are being sold in the United States at less than fair value and are allegedly subsidised by the Government of India.
Investigation moves forward
Following the affirmative determination, the US Department of Commerce will continue its investigations into imports of the product from India.
The USITC vote was supported by Chairman Brett W. Doyle and Commissioners Jason E. Kearns, Peter-Anthony Pappas, Bart Thanhauser and David Foley Jr. Commissioner Samuel T. Negatu did not participate in the vote.
Potential trade implications
The proceedings are part of the U.S. trade-remedy process used to examine allegations of dumping and government subsidies involving imported products.
The latest determination does not represent a final finding that Indian PFA producers or exporters have dumped the product or received countervailable subsidies. The Department of Commerce’s continuing investigations will examine the allegations and determine the applicable margins and subsidy rates.
Perfluoroalkoxy alkane is a high-performance fluoropolymer used in applications requiring chemical resistance, high-temperature performance and low permeability.
The outcome of the Commerce Department’s investigations will determine the next steps in the U.S. trade case involving Indian PFA imports.