Federal Register #2026-17048

Countervailing Duty Determination for Oleoresin Paprika from India

This notice from the U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration, addresses countervailing duties for oleoresin paprika imported from India. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Commerce - International Trade Administration - Enforcement and Compliance, Office III - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Mane Kancor Ingredients Private Limited - Synthite Industries Pvt. Ltd - Products/Scope: - Oleoresin paprika (coloring additive from Capsicum peppers) - Must meet ASTA value of at least 500 or color unit (CU) value of at least 20,000 - Includes blends, crude or unstandardized forms, and products blended with oil, water, emulsifiers, or preservatives - Covered under HTSUS codes: 3203.00.8000, 3301.90.1010, 1301.90.9190, 1302.19.9140, 3205.00.0500 - Notable Requirements: - Regulatory action: No procurement of products or services - Subsidy rates assigned: Mane Kancor (18.67%), Synthite (25.42%), all-others (21.90%) - Critical circumstances found for Synthite Industries Pvt. Ltd - Investigation period: April 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025 - Procedures for suspension of liquidation and potential countervailing duty order - No products or services are being solicited or awarded; this is a regulatory determination affecting imports.

Description

The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers and exporters of oleoresin paprika from India. The investigation covers the period from April 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025. The notice includes details about subsidy rates for specific companies and the scope of the investigation, which includes all oleoresin paprika meeting certain specifications regardless of blending or processing. Suspension of liquidation will continue for applicable entries pending final injury determination by the U.S. International Trade Commission.

View original listing