
Commerce Dept. issues preliminary countervailing duty findings on hardwood/ decorative plywood from China, Indonesia, Vietnam.
In the recent news dated January 21, 2026, the initial affirmative countervailing duty findings were disclosed by the U.S. Department of Commerce on January 16, 2026. These findings focus on the subsidies offered by China's government concerning hardwood and decorative plywood. The report highlighted substantial subsidies extended to these industries.

