USITC makes preliminary affirmative ruling on corrugated box imports from China, Malaysia, Turkey
The US International Trade Commission has made affirmative preliminary determinations in antidumping and countervailing duty investigations into corrugated die-cut boxes, including pizza boxes, from China, Malaysia and Turkey. Its 30 October 2026 vote keeps the proceedings running, and the cases may move to a final determination stage. No duties have been imposed at this stage.
Why this mattersContinued US trade action on corrugated box imports could lead to duties that reshape sourcing and pricing for North American converters and importers.
- USITC voted on 30 October 2026 to continue the investigations after affirmative preliminary determinations
- Investigation numbers: 701-TA-806 (countervailing) and 731-TA-1805-1807 (antidumping)
- Cases cover corrugated die-cut boxes, including pizza boxes, from China, Malaysia and Turkey
- A public report will be issued and the cases may proceed to a final determination