>>Trade frictions against China
贸促〔2022〕1581号预警信息：The United States made the third anti-dumping sunset review final ruling on China-related frozen and canned warm water shrimp
On September 6, the US Department of Commerce issued a notice saying that the third anti-dumping rapid sunset review of frozen and canned warm water shrimp imported from China, India, Thailand and Vietnam was final, ruling that if the anti-dumping duties in this case were cancelled, it would lead to the dumping of China's products involved in the case to 112.81% of the dumping margin continued or occurred again, and the dumping of the products involved in India was 110.The dumping margin of 90% continues or occurs again, and the dumping of the products involved in Thailand is 5.The dumping margin of 34% continues or reoccurs, and the dumping of the products involved in Vietnam is 25%.76% of dumping margins continue or recur。This case involves the United States Harmonized Tariff Number 0306.17.00.03、0306.17.00.06、0306.17.00.09 and other items under the product。
贸促〔2022〕1582号预警信息：The United States launched the fourth double reverse sunset review investigation on China-related stainless steel plates and strips
On September 1, the US Department of Commerce issued a notice to launch the fourth anti-dumping sunset review investigation of stainless steel plates and strips imported from Japan, South Korea and Taiwan, China, and launched the fourth anti-subsidy sunset review investigation of stainless steel plates and strips imported from South Korea。At the same time，The US International Trade Commission launched the fourth anti-dumping and countervailing sunset review of the industry injury investigation of the products involved in the above countries/regions，Review the removal of existing anti-dumping and countervailing measures，Within a reasonably foreseeable period，Whether the material damage caused by the import of the products in question to the domestic industry in the United States will continue or occur again。Interested parties should register their response with the U.S. Department of Commerce within 10 days of the date of this announcement, submit a response to the U.S. International Trade Commission by October 3, and submit comments on the adequacy of the response to the case to the U.S. International Trade Commission no later than November 10。
贸促〔2022〕1583号预警信息：The United States initiated the launch of China-related pillows and cushions and their components and packaging337调查
On September 7, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) voted to initiate a 337 investigation (Investigation code: 337-TA-1328) into specific pillows and cushions, their components and packaging, and will determine the end of the investigation within 45 days of filing。YaRu Wang of Luliang, Shanxi, China; Youru E-commerce Co., LTD., Yiwu, Zhejiang, China; Zhou Meng Bo of Shenzhen, Guangdong, China, etc., are listed as defendants。
贸促〔2022〕1584号预警信息：Mexico launches anti-dumping investigation into China steel grinding ball
On September 6, the Ministry of Economic Affairs of Mexico issued a notice in the official daily newspaper, in response to the application of domestic enterprises, the anti-dumping investigation of imported steel grinding balls originating in China was launched, and the Mexican customs tax number of the products involved was 73261103。The announcement shall take effect the day after its promulgation。The dumping investigation period in this case is from January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021, and the injury investigation period is from January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2021。The deadline for interested parties to submit answers and defense materials is October 17, 2022, and the deadline for on-site submission of materials at the window of the investigation agency is 14:00, and the deadline for online submission of materials by electronic means is 18:00。Please submit the documents to the General Bureau of International Trade Practices, Ministry of Economic Affairs of Mexico。Contact the investigation agency at upci@economia.gob.mx。
贸促〔2022〕1585号预警信息：The United States issued Chinese-related electrical connectors, cages and their components and downstream productsFinal ruling on Section 337
9月8日，The United States International Trade Commission issued a notice，Section 337 Final determination of certain electrical connectors and cages and their components and downstream products (Investigation code: 337-TA-1241) : Infringement of U.S. Registered Patent No. 7371117，No infringement exists US registered patents No. 9705255 and 10381767，A limited exclusion order was issued for the infringing product and its downstream products，An injunction was issued against the listed defendant，Discontinue the investigation。
贸促〔2022〕1586号预警信息：Poland notified China that the export of chargers is not qualified
On September 6, according to the official website of the European Union's Rapid Warning System for non-food products (RAPEX), Poland notified that the LAMEX charger exported from China (model: LX G024N) was unqualified。This product solder contains excessive amounts of lead, which is harmful to the environment and does not meet the requirements of the European Union Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS 2 Directive)。Alert number A12/01277/22。
贸促〔2022〕1587号预警信息：Slovenia reported that China's export of instant noodle soup was not qualified
On September 6, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for food and feed (RASFF) news, because the product test did not exceed the standard of ethylene oxide, Slovenia notified China's export of instant soup noodles unqualified。The notification type is Warning Notification and the alert number is 2022.5155。
贸促〔2022〕1588号预警信息：Spain reported that China's export of chili powder was unqualified
On September 6, according to the EU Rapid Alert System for food and Feed (RASFF) news, due to the detection of salmonella in the product, Spain notified that the chili powder exported from China was unqualified。The notification type is Denial of Entry Notification, Alert number 2022.5171。
贸促〔2022〕1589号预警信息：Japan reports that frozen taro exported from Taiwan is unqualified
On September 5, according to the official website of the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare, due to the detection of polybutoxazole, the Tokyo Quarantine Office of Japan notified that the frozen taro exported by a company in Taiwan of China was unqualified。
贸促〔2022〕1590号预警信息：South Korea reported that the rice cookers exported from China were unqualified
Recently, according to the official website of the Korea Food and Drug Administration, due to the total dissolution amount of the product detected exceeded the standard, the South Korean Jingin Department notified that the rice cooker exported by a Chinese company was unqualified。In Korea, the total dissolving amount in such products should be maintained atLess than 30 mg/L (4% acetic acid)。
贸促〔2022〕1591号预警信息：Hungary notifies China of defective export of plastic dolls
On September 7, according to the official website of the European Union's Rapid Warning System for non-food products (RAPEX), Hungary notified that the Cute Girl plastic doll exported from China (model: KX14) was unqualified。This product contains excessive amounts of DEHP, which may be harmful to children's health and does not meet the requirements of the EU REACH regulation。Alert number A12/01273/22。
贸促〔2022〕1592号预警信息：France notified China that the export of sunglasses is not qualified
On September 7, according to the official website of the European Union's Rapid Warning System for non-food products (RAPEX), France notified that the sunglasses exported from China were unqualified。The transmittance of the product to ultraviolet rays is too high to adequately protect the eyes and does not meet the requirements of the EU Personal Protective Equipment Regulation。Alert number A12/01279/22。
贸促〔2022〕1593号预警信息：Austria reported that the export of plush toys from China was unqualified
On September 7, according to the official website of the European Union's Rapid Warning System for non-food products (RAPEX), Austria notified that the plush toys exported from China were unqualified。The small parts (eyes) of the product are easy to fall off, and the child may choke and suffocate, which does not meet the requirements of the EU Toy Safety Directive and the European standard EN 71-1。The alarm number is INFO/00121/22。
贸促〔2022〕1594号预警信息：South Korea reported that Chinese liquor dispensers for export were unqualified
Recently, according to the official website of the Korea Food and Drug Administration, due to the detection of phthalate (2) in the product.2-ethylhexyl) ester exceeded the standard, and the South Korean Jingin Agency notified that the liquor dispenser exported by a company in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, China was unqualified。In Korea, the standard content of BIS (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate in such products is 1.5以下。
贸促〔2022〕1595号预警信息：Romania notifies China of export of childrenT-shirts don't pass muster
On September 8, according to the official website of the European Union's Rapid Warning System for non-food products (RAPEX), Romania notified that children's T-shirts exported from China were unqualified。The product contains small decorative components that are easy to fall off, and children may choke on it by mistake, which does not meet the requirements of the EU General Product Safety Directive。Alert number A12/01280/22。
贸促〔2022〕1596号预警信息：Austria notified China's export of jigsaw puzzle toys unqualified
On September 8, according to the official website of the European Union's Rapid Warning System for non-food products (RAPEX), Austria notified that the Peppa Pig puzzle toy exported from China (model: 306788) was unqualified。The small parts of the product are easy to disassemble, and children may accidentally choke and suffocate, which does not meet the requirements of the EU Toy Safety Directive and the European standard EN 71-1。Alert number A12/01281/22。
贸促〔2022〕1597号预警信息：The United States and Canada recall Chinese exports of all-terrain jogging strollers
On September 1, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, the United States and Canada announced a recall of UPPAbaby all-terrain RIDGE jogging strollers made in China。The rear disc brake of this product has an opening, and non-riding children may be cut。It is recommended to stop using this product immediately and contact UPPAbaby to replace the disc brake for both wheels free of charge。
贸促〔2022〕1598号预警信息：Us recalls Chinese sandal exports
On September 1, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the United States announced a recall of Kolan children's sandals made in China。The inner layer of the product contains excessive lead, which is harmful to children's health。The agency advised that use of the product should be stopped immediately and Kolan should be contacted for a full refund。
贸促〔2022〕1599号预警信息：Korea announces Chinese garlic export failure
Recently, according to the official website of the Korean Food and Drug Administration, due to the product detection of pesticide residues (chlordiprid) exceeded the standard, the South Korean Jingin Department (Pyeongtaek) notified that the garlic shoots exported by a company in Qingdao, China were unqualified。In Korea, the residual pesticide (acetamidine) content in such products should be maintained at0.Below 05mg/kg。
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贸促〔2022〕1600号预警信息：The Philippines Chinese citizens are reminded to raise their awareness of security precautions
On September 6, the Chinese Embassy in the Philippines issued a reminder that rumors and self-media reports of Chinese citizens being kidnapped for ransom in the Philippines have increased recently, which has aroused great concern from all walks of life in the Philippines, especially overseas Chinese。The Chinese Embassy in the Philippines attaches great importance to this, immediately checked and verified relevant details, held talks with the overseas Chinese community in the Philippines, lodged representations with the Philippine law enforcement authorities, and asked the Philippine side to step up crackdown and prevention efforts to protect the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese citizens in the Philippines。
Once again, remind everyone: firmly establish legal awareness, clean yourself, stay away from online gambling and telecom fraud, and avoid falling into gambling extortion injury cases;Further enhance the awareness of safety protection, especially when traveling, dining, job hunting, maintain high vigilance, and effectively prevent the risk of kidnapping。At the same time, we should strengthen the screening of the authenticity of various types of information and refrain from spreading unverified information。
贸促〔2022〕1601号预警信息：Lesotho Chinese citizens and enterprises are reminded to step up security precautions
On September 7, the Chinese Embassy in Lesotho issued a reminder that since the beginning of this year, the social security situation in Lesotho has deteriorated sharply, and armed robbery cases have been frequent。As the general election approaches, the social security situation in Lesotho is becoming increasingly serious。
The Embassy once again solemnly reminds all Chinese nationals and Chinese-funded enterprises in Lae: First, continue to enhance security awareness and strengthen security measures。Strengthen cash deposit safety management, do not carry and keep large amounts of cash。Strengthen the supervision of employees, and strictly prevent internal and external collusion。Second, when traveling, choose safe routes and time periods as much as possible, stay alert when driving, and make plans to prevent robbery and theft in advance。In order to ensure personal and property safety, calm and rational response to dangerous situations, to avoid direct armed conflict with lawbreakers。In case of emergency, please call the police in time(00266-62628989) and contact the Chinese Embassy in Lesotho (00266-58882882)。
贸促〔2022〕1602号预警信息：巴西 Remind Chinese citizens to pay attention to the safety of their documents and property
On September 6, the Chinese Consulate-General in Sao Paulo issued a reminder that some Chinese citizens recently had their backpacks stolen during a business exhibition in Sao Paulo, Brazil, resulting in the loss of documents and property, which brought great inconvenience to the parties' follow-up work and travel arrangements。
Due to the frequent occurrence of local public security cases such as theft and robbery, the Consulate General reminds Chinese citizens in the region to pay special attention to the security of their documents and property。The passport is an important identity document for international travel, which should be carried with you and stored separately from bank cards and duffel bags, etc. It is not recommended to place the passport, computer and bank card together in the duffel bag to avoid being wrongdoersAll in one pot。Make copies of your passport and keep them with you. Take the copies and spare passport photos with you。You can keep a copy of the passport information page in your email for emergencies。If you lose your passport, please contact the Consulate General to reapply for a passport or travel permit as soon as possible to avoid affecting subsequent travel arrangements。2. Pay attention to property safety。When you go out, please be sure to take care of your mobile phone, backpack and other belongings, and make sure that the mobile phone, backpack and so on are in sight;Avoid carrying large amounts of cash and valuables, and do not flaunt your wealth。Transportation hubs, tourist attractions, bustling business districts and other areas with large flow of people are prone to theft cases, quiet and remote areas and robbery cases are prone to occur at night, pay attention to preventing robbery。When taking public transportation, pay attention to the safety of personal belongings such as luggage, and carry your hand bag and computer bag with you when leaving your seat。When traveling by car, pay attention to lock the door and do not place valuables in the car to prevent them from being smashed and stolen。
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贸促〔2022〕1603号预警信息：南非In the second quarter of 2022, GDP fell by 0.7%
Recently, Statistics South Africa released the latest report, South Africa's gross Domestic product(GDP) declined by 0. 0 in the second quarter of 2022.7%。Seven of the 10 sectors covered by Statistics South Africa reported declines in the second quarter, led by agriculture and manufacturing。
贸促〔2022〕1604号预警信息：Thailand's total foreign investment in the first seven months of this year exceeded73 billion baht
According to the Thai Ministry of Commerce, this yearFrom January to July, a total of 323 foreign investors were approved to invest and do business in Thailand。The countries that invested the most were China, Japan, Singapore and the United States, with a total investment of more than 73 billion baht and employing more than 3,308 Thais。
贸促〔2022〕1605号预警信息：Major oil producers announced modest production cuts in October
Organization of Petroleum Exporting CountriesOpec and non-OPEC producers held their 32nd ministerial meeting by video on September 5 and decided to cut monthly production by 100,000 barrels per day in October, exceeding most market expectations and marking the first monthly cut by major producers since August 2021。
贸促〔2022〕1606号预警信息：Cambodia longan approved for export to China
China's General Administration of Customs, according to China's Ministry of CommerceOn September 7, the list of registered orchards and packaging factories for fruits exported to China in Cambodia was updated。The list added the list of registered orchards and packaging factories of Cambodia Longan exports to China, marking that Cambodia Longan has completed all procedures for exporting to China and can be exported to China。There are 74 registered orchards and 8 packaging factories approved by the Chinese side, so far, Cambodia has bananas, mangoes and longan three fruits that can be exported to China。
贸促〔2022〕1607号预警信息：埃及Double cotton exports by 2021
According to the Egyptian Central Mobilization and Statistics Bureau,In 2021, Egypt's cotton production reached 2.3 million kantars (about 11 million kantars).70,000 tonnes), an increase of 33%。Cotton exports amounted to 1.7 million kantar (about 8.60,000 tons) an increase of 101.Egypt's largest cotton export destination is India, accounting for 87% of its total cotton exports。