India Among Targets as US Solar Makers Seek New Tariffs on Cheaper Imports

American solar makers seek duties on imports from India, Indonesia, and Laos.

Price Undercutting Alleged

Petition claims these countries sell panels below production cost, harming US industry.

Imports Surge Sharply

Shipments rose from $289M in 2022 to $1.6B in 2023 after earlier tariffs on Southeast Asia.

Tariff Evasion Suspected

Chinese firms accused of shifting production to Indonesia and Laos; India seen as pricing aggressively.

US Capacity Grows, But Gap Remains

Domestic production hit 50 GW in 2024, still below 43 GW annual demand through 2030.

Probe Decision Pending

Commerce Department has 20 days to decide on launching an investigation; outcome could take a year.