Foreign imported solar cells

Are solar imports being dumped in the US?

The Commerce Department is still conducting its initial investigation into claims solar imports from the targeted countries are being dumped in the US and sold below the cost of production; it is expected to reveal a preliminary finding in that case in November.

How much would a solar cell cost if imported from China?

If one were to import solar cells from China today, they would cost a few cents to a nickel per watt. With this increase from 25% to 50% – a solar cell priced at five cents per watt would see its tariff increase from $0.0125/Wdc to $0.025/Wdc.

How will US tariffs affect solar energy imports?

The targeted nations provide the bulk of US solar cell and module imports, and the swift imposition of countervailing duties means renewable developers will face higher prices for that equipment right away. For many imports from Thailand and Vietnam, rates will apply retroactively, going back 90 days to early July.

Why did US imports of solar cells surge 656% in June?

In June alone, U.S. imports of solar cells from Vietnam surged 656% from a year ago. Photographer: Yen Duong/Bloomberg Photo by Yen Duong / Bloomberg (Bloomberg) — The US Commerce Department set preliminary duties on solar imports from Southeast Asia, after an initial finding the equipment is benefiting from illegal government aid.

Why did the US impose tariffs on solar imports from Southeast Asia?

(Bloomberg) -- The US Commerce Department set preliminary duties on solar imports from Southeast Asia, after an initial finding the equipment is benefiting from illegal government aid.

Why did the US raise tariffs on solar cells?

The US government has decided to raise the tariff rates it applies to solar cells imported from China from 25% to 50%. “The tariff increase will protect against China’s policy-driven overcapacity that depresses prices and inhibits the development of solar capacity outside of China,” the White House said in a statement.