**How New Tariffs on Solar Cell Imports Could Impact the Solar Industry**
The solar industry is evolving rapidly, and recent policy changes could significantly influence the landscape for homeowners, businesses, and solar companies. If you’re considering solar panels for your home or you’re in the renewable energy sector, it’s essential to stay updated on developments like the antidumping duties announced by U.S. trade officials. Here’s what you need to know about these new tariffs and what they could mean for solar in the United States.
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### The New Tariffs on Imported Solar Cells
The U.S. Department of Commerce (DoC) has introduced preliminary antidumping tariffs on crystalline solar cell imports from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. These tariffs range from 21.31% to a staggering 271.28%, varying by the country and company involved. This is the second major determination in a trade case filed earlier this year, which argues that imports from these regions are undermining the U.S. solar industry.
The new tariffs come on the heels of a prior decision regarding countervailing duties (CVD) on solar modules and cells—these rates are as high as 292.61%. The antidumping and countervailing measures aim to address unfair
Original Article: https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2024/12/02/u-s-sets-antidumping-duties-for-southeast-asian-solar-cells/
