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Vol. 1 · No. 1118

Friday, October 9, 2026

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Rule lifecycle · DOCKET:Investigation No. 337-TA-1424

Certain Flash-Spun Nonwoven Materials and Products Containing Same; Notice of Commission Determination To Review in Part a Final Initial Determination Finding a Violation of Section 337; Request for Written Submissions on Remedy, the Public Interest, and Bonding

International Trade Commission — observed across 2 documents over 79 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.

In plain English

The International Trade Commission found someone is importing flash-spun nonwoven fabric (used in diapers and medical products) by copying a patented design, and they're deciding whether to ban imports or add tariffs. If you import, sell, or use these products, watch for tariffs or import bans that could raise your costs.

First seen

Jul 7, 2026

Last seen

Sep 24, 2026

Latest stage

Notice

PRORULE → RULE

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Stage timeline

  1. Notice·Jul 7, 2026·91 FR 41661

    Certain Flash-Spun Nonwoven Materials and Products Containing Same; Notice of Request for Submissions on the Public Interest

    #2026-13704

  2. Notice·Sep 24, 2026·91 FR 60647

    Certain Flash-Spun Nonwoven Materials and Products Containing Same; Notice of Commission Determination To Review in Part a Final Initial Determination Finding a Violation of Section 337; Request for Written Submissions on Remedy, the Public Interest, and Bonding

    #2026-19544