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DOC Announces Final Determination in 5050 Aluminum Alloy Circumvention Scheme

July 21, 2017

Wauconda, Illinois – The Department of Commerce (DOC) today issued its final determination in the 5050 aluminum alloy circumvention case against Zhongwang and other exporters. The DOC has upheld its Preliminary Determination that heat-treated 5050-grade aluminum alloy—regardless of producer, exporter or importer—is covered by the antidumping duty...

Section 232 Investigation Hearing Clarifies Aluminum Industry’s Position

June 28, 2017

Wauconda, Illinois – On June 22, the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) testified at the public hearing of the Section 232 Investigation on the Effects of Imports of Aluminum on U.S. National Security. The AEC is encouraged that this Administration recognizes the importance of the domestic aluminum industry and its key role in our nation’s defense...

U.S. Department of Commerce Rules Fake 6xxx Pallets Covered by Extrusion Orders

June 14, 2017

Washington, DC and Wauconda, Illinois -- In a much-anticipated ruling, the Department of Commerce (DOC) announced today that the so-called “aluminum pallets” imported into the United States from the People’s Republic of China (PRC) made of 6xxx-series aluminum alloy are covered by the scope of our orders. This decision will apply to all Chinese...

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Students Demonstrate the Versatility of Aluminum Extrusions in the 2017 Aluminum Extrusion Design Competition

May 16, 2017

Wauconda, Illinois – The ET Foundation, the educational and technology research organization founded by the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC), has announced the winners in the Student 2017 Aluminum Extrusion Design Competition. More than 55 entries from 15 schools and universities from across the world were received. Scholarships totaling $8,500...