Synopsis: The U.S. Department of Commerce has postponed the preliminary determination in the less-than-fair-value investigation of certain non-refillable steel cylinders from India. Originally due by October 4, 2023, this delay pushes the deadline to November 24, 2023. The postponement was initiated based on a timely request from the petitioner, citing reasons for the extension. This action aligns with regulatory provisions and aims to ensure a thorough examination of the complex investigation.ArticleIn a recent development, the U.S. Department of Commerce has decided to postpone the preliminary determination in the less-than-fair-value investigation concerning certain non-refillable steel cylinders imported from India. This investigation, initiated on May 17, 2023, has now seen its preliminary determination deadline shifted from October 4, 2023, to November 24, 2023.The postponement of this determination is in accordance with Section 733(b)(1)(A) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended. This section stipulates that Commerce must issue a preliminary determination in an LTFV investigation within 140 days of initiating the inquiry. However, Section 733(c)(1) of the Act allows Commerce to extend this deadline to no later than 190 days if certain conditions are met.These conditions include either a timely request from the petitioner or if Commerce concludes that the parties involved are cooperating, the investigation is extraordinarily complicated, and additional time is necessary for a proper preliminary determination. The petitioner must submit the request for postponement at least 25 days before the scheduled preliminary determination date, stating the reasons for the request. Commerce will grant the request unless compelling reasons exist to deny it.On September 6, 2023, the petitioner submitted a timely request for postponement, invoking 19 CFR 351.205(b)(2), which allows for such extensions at the petitioner's request. After careful consideration, and finding no compelling reasons to deny the request, Commerce, following Section 733(c)(1)(A) of the Act, has extended the deadline for the preliminary determination by 50 days.Consequently, the new deadline for the preliminary determination is set for November 24, 2023. It's important to note that the deadline for the final determination of this investigation, as specified under section 735(a)(1) of the Act and 19 CFR 351.210(b)(1), remains 75 days after the date of the preliminary determination, unless further postponement is warranted.Conclusion:The decision to postpone the preliminary determination in the less-than-fair-value investigation of certain non-refillable steel cylinders from India reflects a commitment to a thorough examination of this complex matter. With the new deadline set for November 24, 2023, stakeholders will await the results of this investigation.
Synopsis: The U.S. Department of Commerce has postponed the preliminary determination in the less-than-fair-value investigation of certain non-refillable steel cylinders from India. Originally due by October 4, 2023, this delay pushes the deadline to November 24, 2023. The postponement was initiated based on a timely request from the petitioner, citing reasons for the extension. This action aligns with regulatory provisions and aims to ensure a thorough examination of the complex investigation.ArticleIn a recent development, the U.S. Department of Commerce has decided to postpone the preliminary determination in the less-than-fair-value investigation concerning certain non-refillable steel cylinders imported from India. This investigation, initiated on May 17, 2023, has now seen its preliminary determination deadline shifted from October 4, 2023, to November 24, 2023.The postponement of this determination is in accordance with Section 733(b)(1)(A) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended. This section stipulates that Commerce must issue a preliminary determination in an LTFV investigation within 140 days of initiating the inquiry. However, Section 733(c)(1) of the Act allows Commerce to extend this deadline to no later than 190 days if certain conditions are met.These conditions include either a timely request from the petitioner or if Commerce concludes that the parties involved are cooperating, the investigation is extraordinarily complicated, and additional time is necessary for a proper preliminary determination. The petitioner must submit the request for postponement at least 25 days before the scheduled preliminary determination date, stating the reasons for the request. Commerce will grant the request unless compelling reasons exist to deny it.On September 6, 2023, the petitioner submitted a timely request for postponement, invoking 19 CFR 351.205(b)(2), which allows for such extensions at the petitioner's request. After careful consideration, and finding no compelling reasons to deny the request, Commerce, following Section 733(c)(1)(A) of the Act, has extended the deadline for the preliminary determination by 50 days.Consequently, the new deadline for the preliminary determination is set for November 24, 2023. It's important to note that the deadline for the final determination of this investigation, as specified under section 735(a)(1) of the Act and 19 CFR 351.210(b)(1), remains 75 days after the date of the preliminary determination, unless further postponement is warranted.Conclusion:The decision to postpone the preliminary determination in the less-than-fair-value investigation of certain non-refillable steel cylinders from India reflects a commitment to a thorough examination of this complex matter. With the new deadline set for November 24, 2023, stakeholders will await the results of this investigation.
