ADD / CVD Q&A

QUESTION: We import articles that may be a part of the scope of a current ADD/CVD order.   The articles in question are tapered roller bearings, and the specific HTS named in the scope is, among other HTS codes 8708.99.8180.   In multiple rulings, Customs has stated that when a tapered roller bearing is imported […]

QUESTION: We have parts that fall under the scope of ADD 570-967 for aluminum extrusions.   The HTS code for these parts is not listed in the order, and we are getting push back from the broker saying they can’t declare it in their system bc it is not “flagging”. Yet, we get parts “flagging” […]

QUESTION: The Department of Commerce has issued a recent Scope Ruling dated 15 August 2016 covering 4 AD cases and 3 CV cases.  In this ruling they have determined that various sizes of pipe welded together and fitted with fittings (bends, elbows, tees, nipples, flanges, etc and better known as a “pipe spool”) should be […]

QUESTION: I am looking for the regulation on recordkeeping requirements for entry type 3 ADD/CVD. i cannot seem to find where it spells out what is required. =========== Answer: I believe they are the same, 5 years from date of import.    Exceptions being disclosures, drawbacks, etc. ==================== Addl Answers: Sorry for the late reply. By […]

QUESTION: Is there a way to submit product to customs so they can determine if it is subject to Anti-dumping duty?  If so, what is the process? =================================== Answers: Customs is not the agency that has primary responsibility for making determinations concerning the scope of an antidumping or countervailing duty order. The Department of Commerce, […]

QUESTION: We recently came across some old ADD/CVD entries going back to 2001 – mainly candles from China. Due to the age, how can I track down the status of the entry, especially since the entries were filed with brokers that the company no longer uses. Can anyone in the group share process of how […]

QUESTION: I recently came across a possible import subject to ADD. Product is a manhole cover/ring imported to the US from China classified under 7325.10.0010. What next steps should I take? ================================= ANSWERS: Potentially unpaid antidumping dumping duties is an area of great focus at the moment and is the impetus for the new Enforce […]

Answer: I am not sure that this is the best way for you to determine whether your products are excluded from the scope of the AD case.  If the answer is not clear from the scope description and published scope rulings, it is advisable to seek a legal opinion or file a scope ruling.   In […]

QUESTION: The recent announcement of AD and CVD duties for China steel show different duty rates for each area. Are these duties cumulative? For example – Declared value = $10,000 AD = $26,579 CVD = $25,644 Total duty = $52,223 ========== Answers: Yes, you can have both ADD and CVD duties applied to the same […]

QUESTION: I don’t think an aluminum hinge or bracket would fall under the scope of ADD for aluminum extrusions, but I wanted to ask the membership just to make sure.  These items are imported and then used on window blinds or plastic deck railing systems. ************ Answers: This is a really great question because of […]

Question: I’ve been tasked with getting a scope ruling for several cold rolled steel products that we import into the US to see if they fall under the scope of the pending ADD case for cold rolled steel products. Does anyone have experience with requesting a ruling and what’s involved? I’ve never had to do […]