Expiry Review Decision

June 7, 2002

Expiry Review No.: RR-2001-005

Certain Waterproof Rubber Footwear

On February 7, 2002, the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (Tribunal), pursuant to subsection 76.03(3) of the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA), initiated an expiry review of its order made on October 20, 1997, in Review No. RR-97-001, concerning certain waterproof rubber footwear, originating in or exported from the People's Republic of China.

As a result, the Commissioner of the Canada Customs and Revenue Agency (Commissioner) commenced an investigation on February 8, 2002, to determine whether the expiry of the aforementioned order is likely to result in the continuation or resumption of dumping of the goods.

The investigation has now been completed and today, pursuant to paragraph 76.03(7)(a) of SIMA, the Commissioner has determined that the expiry of the aforementioned order is likely to result in the continuation or resumption of dumping of the goods.

A Statement of Reasons that contains additional details concerning the determination made by the Commissioner will be issued within fifteen days. The Statement of Reasons will be posted on the Canada Customs and Revenue Agency's Web site at:

http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/sima-lmsi/er-rre/menu-eng.html

The Tribunal will now conduct an inquiry to determine whether the continued or resumed dumping is likely to result in injury or retardation to the Canadian industry. The Tribunal will issue its order by October 18, 2002.

Any questions relating to the Commissioner's determination should be addressed to:

Barry Desormeaux (613) 954-7183
Fax: (613) 954-2510