Certain Aluminum Foil From the People's Republic of China: Extension of Deadline To Certify Certain Entries, 41595-41596 [2023-13575]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 122 / Tuesday, June 27, 2023 / Notices CFR 351.302, that extraordinary circumstances exist. Parties should review Commerce’s regulations concerning the extension of time limits and the Time Limits Final Rule prior to submitting factual information in these investigations.55 Certification Requirements Any party submitting factual information in an AD or CVD proceeding must certify to the accuracy and completeness of that information.56 Parties must use the certification formats provided in 19 CFR 351.303(g).57 Commerce intends to reject factual submissions if the submitting party does not comply with the applicable certification requirements. Note that Commerce has temporarily modified certain of its requirements for serving documents containing business proprietary information, until further notice.58 Notification to Interested Parties Interested parties must submit applications for disclosure under APO in accordance with 19 CFR 351.305. Parties wishing to participate in these investigations should ensure that they meet the requirements of 19 CFR 351.103(d) (e.g., by filing the required letter of appearance). Note that Commerce has temporarily modified certain of its requirements for serving documents containing business proprietary information, until further notice.59 This notice is issued and published pursuant to sections 732(c)(2) and 777(i) of the Act, and 19 CFR 351.203(c). Dated: June 20, 2023. James Maeder, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Operations. Appendix Scope of the Investigations The products within the scope of these investigations are paper shopping bags with handles of any type, regardless of whether there is any printing, regardless of how the top edges are finished (e.g., folded, serrated, or otherwise finished), regardless of color, ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 55 See 19 CFR 351.302; see also, e.g., Time Limits Final Rule. 56 See section 782(b) of the Act. 57 See Certification of Factual Information to Import Administration During Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Proceedings, 78 FR 42678 (July 17, 2013) (Final Rule). Additional information regarding the Final Rule is available at https:// access.trade.gov/Resources/filing/. 58 See Temporary Rule Modifying AD/CVD Service Requirements Due to COVID–19; Extension of Effective Period, 85 FR 41363 (July 10, 2020). 59 See Temporary Rule Modifying AD/CVD Service Requirements Due to COVID–19; Extension of Effective Period, 85 FR 41363 (July 10, 2020). VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:54 Jun 26, 2023 Jkt 259001 and regardless of whether the top edges contain adhesive or other material for sealing closed. Subject paper shopping bags have a width of at least 4.5 inches and depth of at least 2.5 inches. Paper shopping bags typically are made of kraft paper but can be made from any type of cellulose fiber, paperboard, or pressboard with a basis weight less than 300 grams per square meter (GSM). A non-exhaustive illustrative list of the types of handles on shopping bags covered by the scope include handles made from any materials such as twisted paper, flat paper, yarn, ribbon, rope, string, or plastic, as well as die-cut handles (whether the punchout is fully removed or partially attached as a flap). Excluded from the scope are: • Paper sacks or bags that are of a 1⁄6 or 1⁄7 barrel size (i.e., 11.5–12.5 inches in width, 6.5–7.5 inches in depth, and 13.5–17.5 inches in height) with flat paper handles or die-cut handles; • Paper sacks or bags with die-cut handles, a grams per square meter paper weight of less than 86 GSM, and a height of less than 11.5 inches; and • Shopping bags (i) with non-paper handles made wholly of woven ribbon or other similar woven fabric and (ii) that are finished with folded tops or for which tied knots or t-bar aglets (made of wood, metal, or plastic) are used to secure the handles to the bags. The above-referenced dimensions are provided for paper bags in the opened position. The height of the bag is the distance from the bottom fold edge to the top edge (i.e., excluding the height of handles that extend above the top edge). The depth of the bag is the distance from the front of the bag edge to the back of the bag edge (typically measured at the bottom of the bag). The width of the bag is measured from the left to the right edges of the front and back panels (upon which the handles typically are located). This merchandise is currently classifiable under Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) subheadings 4819.30.0040 and 4819.40.0040. The HTSUS subheadings are provided for convenience and customs purposes only; the written description of the scope is dispositive. [FR Doc. 2023–13576 Filed 6–26–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–DS–P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE International Trade Administration [A–570–053, C–570–054] Certain Aluminum Foil From the People’s Republic of China: Extension of Deadline To Certify Certain Entries Enforcement and Compliance, International Trade Administration, Department of Commerce. SUMMARY: On March 22, 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) published in the Federal Register a notice of preliminary affirmative AGENCY: PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 41595 circumvention determinations with respect to the Republic of Korea (Korea) and Kingdom of Thailand (Thailand), concerning the antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on certain aluminum foil from the People’s Republic of China (China) (Preliminary Determinations). On March 28, 2023, Commerce published a correction to the Preliminary Determinations. This notice informs parties that Commerce has extended the deadline for certain exporters and importers to certify entries of certain aluminum foil exported from Korea and Thailand that were entered, or withdrawn from warehouse, for consumption on or after July 18, 2022, through March 22, 2023. DATES: Applicable May 3, 2023. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Michael J. Heaney or Mark Flessner, Office VI, Enforcement and Compliance, International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, 1401 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20230; telephone: (202) 482–4475 and (202) 482–6312, respectively. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background In the Preliminary Determinations, Commerce established a certification program and a deadline for certain exporters and importers to certify that entries of certain aluminum foil exported from Korea or Thailand that were entered, or withdrawn from warehouse, for consumption on or after July 18, 2022 (the date of initiation of these circumvention inquiries), through the date of publication of the Preliminary Determinations (i.e., March 22, 2023), are not subject to the suspension of liquidation or the collection of cash deposits based on the inputs used to manufacture such merchandise.1 The original deadline for exporters and importers to complete these certifications was 45 days after the publication of the Preliminary Determinations, i.e., May 6, 2023. On March 28, 2023, Commerce published the Preliminary Correction in the Federal Register.2 On May 3, 2023, 1 See Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders on Certain Aluminum Foil from the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Affirmative Determinations of Circumvention with Respect to the Republic of Korea and the Kingdom of Thailand, 88 FR 17177 (March 22, 2023) (Preliminary Determinations). 2 See Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders on Certain Aluminum Foil from the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Affirmative Determinations of Circumvention With Respect to the Republic of Korea and the Kingdom of Thailand; Correction, 88 FR 18297 (March 28, 2023) (Preliminary Correction). The Preliminary E:\FR\FM\27JNN1.SGM Continued 27JNN1 41596 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 122 / Tuesday, June 27, 2023 / Notices Commerce issued a memorandum via Enforcement and Compliance’s Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Centralized Electronic Service System (i.e., ACCESS) notifying interested parties that Commerce was extending the deadline to submit certifications for entries of certain aluminum foil exported from Korea or Thailand that was entered, or withdrawn from warehouse, for consumption on or after July 18, 2022, through March 22, 2023, by 75 days, for a total of 120 days after the date of publication of the Preliminary Determinations.3 ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 Extension With this notice, we notify the public that, for all aluminum foil from Korea and Thailand that was entered, or withdrawn from warehouse, for consumption during the period July 18, 2022 (the date of initiation of these circumvention inquiries), through March 22, 2023 (the date of publication of the Preliminary Determinations in the Federal Register), where the entry has not been liquidated (and entries for which liquidation has not become final), the relevant certification should be completed and signed as soon as practicable, but not later than 120 days after the date of publication of the Preliminary Determinations in the Federal Register, i.e., no later than July 20, 2023. For such entries, importers, and exporters each have the option to complete a blanket certification covering multiple entries, individual certifications for each entry, or a combination thereof. The exporter must provide the importer with a copy of the exporter certification within 120 days of the date of publication of the Preliminary Determinations in the Federal Register. On June 15, 2023, Commerce posted instructions to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) notifying CBP of the extended deadline.4 We note that Sankyu Thai Co., Ltd., the single company which Commerce precluded from participating in this certification program in the Preliminary Determinations, is still precluded from participating in the certification Correction identified the proper AD and CVD cash deposit rates, which the Preliminary Determinations had misstated. 3 See Memorandum, ‘‘Circumvention Inquiries on Aluminum Foil from the People’s Republic of China—Republic of Korea and Kingdom of Thailand: Extension of Deadline to Certify Certain Entries of Aluminum Foil,’’ dated May 3, 2023. This memorandum inadvertently stated the relevant entry date as July 17, 2022; however, July 18, 2022 is the correct date. 4 See Message 3166406 dated June 15, 2023 (barcode 4389519) (Korea), and Message 3166405 dated June 15, 2023 (barcode 4389521) (Thailand). VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:54 Jun 26, 2023 Jkt 259001 program we established for applicable exports of aluminum foil from Thailand.5 Notification to Interested Parties This notice is issued and published in accordance with sections 781(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended and 19 CFR 351.225(f) and (h). Dated: June 21, 2023. James Maeder, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Antidumping and Countervailing Operations. [FR Doc. 2023–13575 Filed 6–26–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–DS–P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Institute of Standards and Technology Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Form NIST–366A: Request for Personal Radiation Monitoring Services The Department of Commerce will submit the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, on or after the date of publication of this notice. We invite the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed, and continuing information collections, which helps us assess the impact of our information collection requirements and minimize the public’s reporting burden. Public comments were previously requested via the Federal Register on April 4, 2023, during a 60-day comment period. This notice allows for an additional 30 days for public comments. Agency: National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Commerce. Title: Form NIST–366A: Request for Personal Radiation Monitoring Services. OMB Control Number 0693–0086. Form Number(s): NIST–366A. Type of Request: Regular. Number of Respondents: 600. Average Hours per Response: 15 minutes. Burden Hours: 150 hours. Needs and Uses: This request is to extend clearance for the collection of routine information requested of individuals (including but not limited to federal employees, visitors, contractors, 5 See Preliminary Determinations, 88 FR at 17177–78. PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 associates) who work with or around sources of ionizing radiation on the NIST campus. The information is collected for the following purposes: (1) NIST is required by 10 CFR 20.1502 to monitor individuals who may be exposed to ionizing radiation above specific levels. This form will be used to collect information associated with this monitoring and to determine the type of monitoring required. (2) NIST is required by 10 CFR 20.2106 to maintain records of radiation exposure monitoring. This form will be used to ensure the exposure information collected is properly associated with the individual using unique identifiers. In addition, NIST must provide reports to the monitored individuals when requested and to the NRC annually. This form will be used to ensure the correct information is provided to the individual. Affected Public: Individuals. Frequency: On occasion. Respondent’s Obligation: Mandatory. Legal Authority: 10 CFR 20.1502 and 10 CFR 20.2106. This information collection request may be viewed at www.reginfo.gov. Follow the instructions to view the Department of Commerce collections currently under review by OMB. Written comments and recommendations for the proposed information collection should be submitted within 30 days of the publication of this notice on the following website www.reginfo.gov/ public/do/PRAMain. Find this particular information collection by selecting ‘‘Currently under 30-day Review—Open for Public Comments’’ or by using the search function and entering either the title of the collection or the OMB Control Number 0693–0086. Sheleen Dumas, Department PRA Clearance Officer, Office of the Under Secretary for Economic Affairs, Commerce Department. [FR Doc. 2023–13646 Filed 6–26–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–13–P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [RTID 0648–XD079] New England Fishery Management Council; Public Meeting National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Commerce. AGENCY: E:\FR\FM\27JNN1.SGM 27JNN1

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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 122 (Tuesday, June 27, 2023)]
[Notices]
[Pages 41595-41596]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

International Trade Administration

[A-570-053, C-570-054]


Certain Aluminum Foil From the People's Republic of China: 
Extension of Deadline To Certify Certain Entries

AGENCY: Enforcement and Compliance, International Trade Administration, 
Department of Commerce.

SUMMARY: On March 22, 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) 
published in the Federal Register a notice of preliminary affirmative 
circumvention determinations with respect to the Republic of Korea 
(Korea) and Kingdom of Thailand (Thailand), concerning the antidumping 
duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on certain aluminum foil 
from the People's Republic of China (China) (Preliminary 
Determinations). On March 28, 2023, Commerce published a correction to 
the Preliminary Determinations. This notice informs parties that 
Commerce has extended the deadline for certain exporters and importers 
to certify entries of certain aluminum foil exported from Korea and 
Thailand that were entered, or withdrawn from warehouse, for 
consumption on or after July 18, 2022, through March 22, 2023.

DATES: Applicable May 3, 2023.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Michael J. Heaney or Mark Flessner, 
Office VI, Enforcement and Compliance, International Trade 
Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, 1401 Constitution Avenue 
NW, Washington, DC 20230; telephone: (202) 482-4475 and (202) 482-6312, 
respectively.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Background

    In the Preliminary Determinations, Commerce established a 
certification program and a deadline for certain exporters and 
importers to certify that entries of certain aluminum foil exported 
from Korea or Thailand that were entered, or withdrawn from warehouse, 
for consumption on or after July 18, 2022 (the date of initiation of 
these circumvention inquiries), through the date of publication of the 
Preliminary Determinations (i.e., March 22, 2023), are not subject to 
the suspension of liquidation or the collection of cash deposits based 
on the inputs used to manufacture such merchandise.\1\ The original 
deadline for exporters and importers to complete these certifications 
was 45 days after the publication of the Preliminary Determinations, 
i.e., May 6, 2023. On March 28, 2023, Commerce published the 
Preliminary Correction in the Federal Register.\2\ On May 3, 2023,

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Commerce issued a memorandum via Enforcement and Compliance's 
Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Centralized Electronic Service 
System (i.e., ACCESS) notifying interested parties that Commerce was 
extending the deadline to submit certifications for entries of certain 
aluminum foil exported from Korea or Thailand that was entered, or 
withdrawn from warehouse, for consumption on or after July 18, 2022, 
through March 22, 2023, by 75 days, for a total of 120 days after the 
date of publication of the Preliminary Determinations.\3\
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    \1\ See Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders on Certain 
Aluminum Foil from the People's Republic of China: Preliminary 
Affirmative Determinations of Circumvention with Respect to the 
Republic of Korea and the Kingdom of Thailand, 88 FR 17177 (March 
22, 2023) (Preliminary Determinations).
    \2\ See Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders on Certain 
Aluminum Foil from the People's Republic of China: Preliminary 
Affirmative Determinations of Circumvention With Respect to the 
Republic of Korea and the Kingdom of Thailand; Correction, 88 FR 
18297 (March 28, 2023) (Preliminary Correction). The Preliminary 
Correction identified the proper AD and CVD cash deposit rates, 
which the Preliminary Determinations had misstated.
    \3\ See Memorandum, ``Circumvention Inquiries on Aluminum Foil 
from the People's Republic of China--Republic of Korea and Kingdom 
of Thailand: Extension of Deadline to Certify Certain Entries of 
Aluminum Foil,'' dated May 3, 2023. This memorandum inadvertently 
stated the relevant entry date as July 17, 2022; however, July 18, 
2022 is the correct date.
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Extension

    With this notice, we notify the public that, for all aluminum foil 
from Korea and Thailand that was entered, or withdrawn from warehouse, 
for consumption during the period July 18, 2022 (the date of initiation 
of these circumvention inquiries), through March 22, 2023 (the date of 
publication of the Preliminary Determinations in the Federal Register), 
where the entry has not been liquidated (and entries for which 
liquidation has not become final), the relevant certification should be 
completed and signed as soon as practicable, but not later than 120 
days after the date of publication of the Preliminary Determinations in 
the Federal Register, i.e., no later than July 20, 2023. For such 
entries, importers, and exporters each have the option to complete a 
blanket certification covering multiple entries, individual 
certifications for each entry, or a combination thereof. The exporter 
must provide the importer with a copy of the exporter certification 
within 120 days of the date of publication of the Preliminary 
Determinations in the Federal Register.
    On June 15, 2023, Commerce posted instructions to U.S. Customs and 
Border Protection (CBP) notifying CBP of the extended deadline.\4\ We 
note that Sankyu Thai Co., Ltd., the single company which Commerce 
precluded from participating in this certification program in the 
Preliminary Determinations, is still precluded from participating in 
the certification program we established for applicable exports of 
aluminum foil from Thailand.\5\
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    \4\ See Message 3166406 dated June 15, 2023 (barcode 4389519) 
(Korea), and Message 3166405 dated June 15, 2023 (barcode 4389521) 
(Thailand).
    \5\ See Preliminary Determinations, 88 FR at 17177-78.
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Notification to Interested Parties

    This notice is issued and published in accordance with sections 
781(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended and 19 CFR 351.225(f) and 
(h).

    Dated: June 21, 2023.
James Maeder,
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Antidumping and Countervailing 
Operations.
[FR Doc. 2023-13575 Filed 6-26-23; 8:45 am]
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