US will proceed with probe of solar imports from India, Laos and Indonesia
Summary
The US International Trade Commission has voted to proceed with an investigation into solar panel imports from India, Laos, and Indonesia, which could lead to tariffs over unfair trade practices harming U.S. manufacturers.
Key Points
- The US International Trade Commission voted unanimously to investigate solar panel imports from India, Laos, and Indonesia.
- Domestic US solar manufacturers allege these imports are subsidized unfairly by foreign governments and sold below cost, harming American factories.
- Imports from the three countries surged to $1.6 billion in 2023, up from $289 million in 2022.
- The US Department of Commerce is expected to make preliminary determinations on anti-subsidy and antidumping duties by October and December 2023 respectively.
