The challenge was to defend against these claims at the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) and prevent the imposition of tariffs. This required a robust legal strategy to demonstrate that the imports did not cause material injury to the domestic industry.
Protecting supply chains that power American agriculture.
Hogan Lovells successfully defended Berlin Packaging LLC in a pivotal case before the USITC, marking the fourth consecutive victory in glass packaging disputes. Our team, led by International Trade & Investment partners Mike Jacobson and Jared Wessel, argued that imports of glass wine bottles from China and Mexico were not detrimental to the U.S. wine bottle industry. The USITC agreed, finding no material injury or threat thereof, and rejected domestic producers' requests for tariffs.
This outcome underscores our commitment to protecting clients' interests in complex trade matters and highlights our experience in navigating the intricacies of international trade law. By securing this favorable ruling, we ensured that Berlin Packaging could continue to supply essential packaging solutions to wineries and farmers, reinforcing our role in safeguarding U.S. agriculture from unfounded trade allegations.
Our strategic advocacy preserved market stability and client success.
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