ITC Begins Investigation Into Raspberry Imports
The International Trade Commission is beginning an investigation into raspberry imports, it said in a May 15 press release. Requested by the U.S. Trade Representative, the fact-finding investigation will focus on “the U.S. raspberry industry in Washington state and the…
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conditions of competition between U.S. and foreign suppliers of raspberries meant for processing.” USTR’s request letter said the Washington State Red Raspberry Commission has raised concerns “about imports of fresh raspberries for processing (not fresh consumption) and processed raspberries (including frozen), citing unfair practices.” The producer group “also raised concerns with increased pesticide residue violations of imported product, and with misleading labeling for frozen mixed berry packs imported from Canada, which do not accurately identify the source of raspberries in the pack.” The ITC said it will hold a hearing Sept. 17, and will accept written comments until 5:15 p.m. EST on Dec. 6.