Statement of Reasons—Preliminary determinations: Steel Racks (RACK 2026 IN)

September 17, 2026

Concerning the preliminary determinations with respect to the dumping and subsidizing of steel racks originating in or exported from the People’s Republic of China.

Decision

Ottawa, September 17, 2026

Pursuant to subsection 38(1) of the Special Import Measures Act, the Canada Border Services Agency made preliminary determinations on September 2, 2026, respecting the dumping and subsidizing of steel racks originating in or exported from the People’s Republic of China.

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Topic(s)

Acts & Regulations

Special Import Measures Act (SIMA)

Information source

Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)

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