Disposable Aluminum Containers, Pans, Trays and Lids — China — C-570-171

An AD/CVD measure is a U.S. trade remedy that can apply to imported goods identified as disposable aluminum containers, pans, trays, and lids. “AD” means antidumping: the government may determine that imported goods are sold in the U.S. at less than fair value. “CVD” means countervailing duty: the government may determine that foreign government subsidies benefit the goods. These duties are separate from ordinary customs duty and may apply in addition to it.

The measure typically affects importers of record bringing covered aluminum food-service or similar disposable products from the countries named in the official scope. Coverage depends on the legal product description, country of origin, and product characteristics—not simply the product’s marketing name or tariff classification. Importers may need to provide extra documentation, pay additional deposits, and later reconcile amounts through liquidation. A customs broker or trade counsel should review uncertain scope questions and origin issues.

What to check

• Read the official scope language and compare the product’s material, form, dimensions, use, and packaging—not just its commercial description.
• Confirm the country of origin and the countries named in the measure; do not assume the shipping country is the origin.
• Check the applicable HTSUS classification, but treat it as a screening tool because scope language controls when the two differ.
• Ask whether the producer, exporter, or supplier has a specific AD/CVD rate or company-specific treatment, and retain supporting records.
• Before entry, confirm deposit, certification, and reporting requirements with CBP, the official case materials, or a qualified customs broker.