US Commerce Department launches countervailing duty preliminary ruling on Chinese air compressors from Oct 1

The US Commerce Department issued the preliminary countervailing duty ruling on air compressors manufactured in China, effective October 1. Cash deposit is required for both stationary and portable air compressors imported into the US. Most responding exporters face a deposit rate of 3.84%, while non-cooperative enterprises are subject to 112.29%. The ruling creates divergence among Chinese exporters. Active respondents suffer limited impact, while small manufacturers without response will face heavy tariff barriers. Industry suggestion: exporters should evaluate order risks and diversify markets to Southeast Asia and Middle East.