Core Viewpoint - The U.S. fiber optic manufacturers and exporters are found to be circumventing existing anti-dumping measures by altering trade practices, specifically regarding the export of G.654.C single-mode fiber to China [2][3] Group 1: Anti-Dumping Measures - The current anti-dumping measures were first implemented on April 21, 2011, with a five-year duration, and were renewed on April 21, 2017, for another five years [2] - The anti-dumping tax rates for U.S. companies were adjusted to a range of 33.3% to 78.2% on July 10, 2018 [2] - The latest announcement on April 21, 2023, confirmed the continuation of anti-dumping duties for another five years starting April 22, 2023 [2] Group 2: New Regulations - Based on investigation results, the Ministry of Commerce proposed adjustments to the tax scope, which were accepted by the State Council Tariff Commission [3] - Starting September 4, 2025, the existing anti-dumping tax rates for non-dispersive single-mode fiber will also apply to G.654.C single-mode fiber imported from the U.S. [3] - Specific anti-dumping tax rates for companies are as follows: Corning Inc. at 37.9%, OFS-Fitel LLC at 3.3%, and Draka Communications USA at 78.2%, with other U.S. companies also facing a rate of 78.2% [3] - The implementation period for these anti-circumvention measures will last from September 4, 2025, to April 21, 2028 [3]

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Commerce of China has announced the implementation of anti-dumping measures on imported non-dispersion shifted single-mode optical fibers originating from the United States, effective from September 4, 2025, due to circumvention of existing anti-dumping regulations by U.S. exporters [1] Group 1 - The Ministry of Commerce conducted an investigation and found that U.S. fiber manufacturers and exporters altered trade practices to export related cutoff wavelength displacement single-mode fibers (G.654.C fibers) to China, undermining the effectiveness of current anti-dumping measures [1] - The Ministry has recommended adjustments to the tax scope to the State Council Tariff Commission, which has agreed to apply the existing anti-dumping tax rate on non-dispersion shifted single-mode optical fibers to the related cutoff wavelength displacement single-mode fibers from the U.S. [1]

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Commerce of China has announced a ruling on the anti-circumvention investigation regarding the import of certain single-mode optical fibers originating from the United States, indicating that U.S. exporters have circumvented existing anti-dumping measures by altering trade practices [3][4]. Summary by Relevant Sections Investigation Background - On March 4, 2025, the Ministry of Commerce initiated an anti-circumvention investigation into the import of related cutoff wavelength single-mode optical fibers from the U.S. at the request of domestic companies, marking China's first anti-circumvention investigation [4][6]. Findings and Ruling - The investigation revealed that U.S. exporters were exporting related cutoff wavelength single-mode optical fibers to China in a manner that lacked sufficient commercial rationale, thereby undermining the effectiveness of existing anti-dumping measures on non-dispersive single-mode optical fibers [3][4]. - As a result, the Ministry of Commerce proposed adjustments to the tax scope to the State Council Tariff Commission, which decided to apply the current anti-dumping tax rates on non-dispersive single-mode optical fibers to the related cutoff wavelength single-mode optical fibers starting from September 4, 2025 [3]. Anti-Dumping Tax Rates - The anti-dumping tax rates for various companies are as follows: Corning Incorporated at 37.9%, OFS Fitel, LLC at 33.3%, Draka Communications Americas, Inc. at 78.2%, and other U.S. companies at 78.2% [3]. - The implementation period for the anti-circumvention measures will be from September 4, 2025, to April 21, 2028, coinciding with the expiration of the anti-dumping measures on non-dispersive single-mode optical fibers [3].

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Commerce of China has determined that U.S. fiber optic manufacturers and exporters are circumventing existing anti-dumping measures by altering trade practices, leading to an investigation and the imposition of anti-dumping duties on specific fiber optic products from the U.S. [1][2] Group 1 - The Ministry of Commerce announced that starting from September 4, 2025, anti-dumping duties will be applied to imports of related cutoff wavelength single-mode fiber from the U.S. [1][2] - The investigation was initiated based on a request from Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint Stock Limited Company, indicating potential evasion of anti-dumping measures on non-dispersion shifted single-mode fiber from the U.S. [1] - The anti-dumping duties will be applicable until April 21, 2028, which is the expiration date of the current anti-dumping measures on non-dispersion shifted single-mode fiber from the U.S. [2] Group 2 - Specific anti-dumping duty rates have been set for various U.S. companies: Corning Incorporated at 37.9%, OFS Fitel, LLC at 33.3%, and Draka Communications Americas, Inc. at 78.2%, with other U.S. companies also facing a rate of 78.2% [2] - The anti-dumping tax will be calculated based on the customs-determined taxable price of the imported goods, with the formula: anti-dumping tax amount = customs-determined taxable price × anti-dumping tax rate [2]

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Commerce of China has announced a ruling regarding the anti-circumvention investigation of cut-off shifted single-mode optical fibers imported from the United States, determining that such imports circumvent existing anti-dumping measures on non-dispersion shifted single-mode optical fibers [1][4]. Current Anti-Dumping Measures - The Ministry of Commerce imposed anti-dumping duties on non-dispersion shifted single-mode optical fibers from the U.S. starting April 22, 2011, with a five-year duration. This measure was extended in 2017 and again in 2023, with the applicable duty rates adjusted to between 33.3% and 78.2% for U.S. companies [2][3]. Product Description - Non-dispersion shifted single-mode optical fibers, also known as G.652 fibers, operate at wavelengths of 1310nm and 1550nm, with specific attenuation and dispersion characteristics. These fibers are widely used in high-speed, long-distance communications [3]. Anti-Circumvention Measures - The Ministry of Commerce has recommended adjustments to the tax scope, leading to the application of existing anti-dumping tax rates to the cut-off shifted single-mode optical fibers imported from the U.S. starting September 4, 2025 [4][5]. Tax Rates - The anti-dumping tax rates for specific U.S. companies are as follows: Corning Incorporated at 37.9%, OFS Fitel, LLC at 33.3%, and Draka Communications Americas, Inc. at 78.2%. Other U.S. companies will also face a rate of 78.2% [5]. Implementation Period - The anti-circumvention measures will be in effect from September 4, 2025, until April 21, 2028, coinciding with the expiration of the current anti-dumping measures on non-dispersion shifted single-mode optical fibers [6]. Review Process - Stakeholders may submit written applications for a review of the necessity to continue the anti-circumvention measures after a reasonable period during the implementation phase [7]. Legal Recourse - Parties dissatisfied with the anti-circumvention decision may apply for administrative reconsideration or file a lawsuit in court according to the relevant laws [8].