Chinese exporters will face tariffs of 28.7 percent to 251.6 percent to level the playing field, Commerce said in its preliminary decision. The imported cabinets already faced tariffs August 8 after Commerce determined the Chinese manufacturers received government subsidies.
The latest announcement is one in series of cases Commerce has pursued against many product lines, usually at the request of American companies claiming to be hurt by imports from China or other trading partners. But it is separate from the broader trade dispute in which President Donald Trump plans to impose tough taxes on nearly all imports from China. Based on the dumping rates, US customs agents will begin collecting duties from importers on the cabinets.