In a move likely to be felt across many wholesale distribution sectors, the U.S. and Mexico have agreed to resolve a 16-year dispute on anti-dumping duties on Mexican cement imports. The National Association of Home Builders said the agreement will lead to free trade and will alleviate shortages reported in more than 30 states. Prices for cement have jumped at least 20 percent in the past year. MDM has heard reports of infrastructure and construction projects delayed due to concrete shortages. That in turn has delayed sales of other products.
"With U.S. capacity running at full tilt, the nation still must import more than 20 percent of its cement supply in order to meet domestic needs," said David Pressly, NAHB president. "The pact is vital to meet consumer demand, which ...
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In a move likely to be felt across many wholesale distribution sectors, the U.S. and Mexico have agreed to resolve a 16-year dispute on anti-dumping duties on Mexican cement imports. The National Association of Home Builders said the agreement will lead to free trade and will alleviate shortages reported in more than 30 states. Prices for cement have jumped at least 20 percent in the past year. MDM has heard reports of infrastructure and construction projects delayed due to concrete shortages. That in turn has delayed sales of other products.
"With U.S. capacity running at full tilt, the nation still must import more than 20 percent of its cement supply in order to meet domestic needs," said David Pressly, NAHB president. "The pact is vital to meet consumer demand, which ...
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