Mattresses From Cambodia, China, Malaysia, Serbia, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam; Scheduling of Expedited Five-Year Reviews

This measure concerns an expedited five-year review of antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders covering certain mattresses from Cambodia, China, Malaysia, Serbia, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam. A five-year review, also called a sunset review, examines whether ending an order would likely lead to continued or resumed dumping or subsidization and injury to a US industry. “Expedited” means the review follows a shortened process when the required participation or information is limited; it does not by itself establish a new duty rate.

The measure typically affects US importers, foreign producers and exporters, and products that fall within the orders’ scope. AD addresses sales at unfairly low prices, while CVD addresses certain government financial contributions or subsidies. Importers should understand that a product’s country of origin, product description, materials, construction, and other scope details determine whether an order may apply. A customs entry may also require deposit or reporting treatment even when the importer believes the product is not covered, so classification and scope must be checked carefully.

What to check

• Read the official scope language for each country-specific order, including product descriptions, exclusions, and technical terms; do not rely only on the product name or an HTSUS number.
• Confirm the product’s country of origin and the identities of the producer and exporter, because AD/CVD treatment can vary by origin and company.
• Compare the merchandise’s construction, dimensions, materials, and intended use with the scope; request a formal scope ruling or customs-broker advice when the comparison is uncertain.
• Check the current official AD/CVD instructions and entry requirements with the relevant US agencies and your customs broker before importing.
• Keep purchase records, product specifications, origin documents, and supplier certifications that support the classification and scope determination.