MINTยท2025-09-22 05:29Group 1 - The House China committee is urging an investigation into Anker Innovations Technology Co. for alleged unfair pricing and potential illegal evasion of US tariffs [1][2][3] - Lawmakers claim Anker employs unlawful methods to avoid US tariffs, such as misclassifying product codes and routing products through Southeast Asian countries [2][3] - Anker reportedly received at least $12 million in subsidies from the Chinese Communist Party in 2023, which may have provided it with unfair market access in the US [3] Group 2 - Anker has initiated an internal review and plans to hire a US adviser to assist in compliance evaluations [4] - The company has gained a loyal customer base in the US with budget-friendly chargers and power banks, and its products are sold at Apple Inc. stores [5] - The letter from lawmakers emphasizes the need to protect American brands from unfair competition and the risks associated with cheaply made products [6]