Static Random Access Memory — Taiwan — A-583-827

A measure covering Static Random Access Memory (SRAM) is generally an antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) trade remedy. Antidumping duties address imports sold in the United States at less than fair value, while countervailing duties address benefits from foreign government subsidies. The measure may apply to covered SRAM products from specified countries or producers, rather than to every memory product worldwide.

For an importer, the key concept is the measure’s legal scope: the detailed product description that determines which goods are covered. Product names, tariff classification, packaging, and marketing descriptions can help, but they do not by themselves decide coverage. Covered goods may require additional duty deposits, and the importer of record is generally responsible for accurate entry information and payment; an importer should obtain customs-broker or trade-counsel advice when scope is uncertain.

What to check

• Read the official scope description and compare it with the product’s technical specifications, including memory type, configuration, capacity, packaging, and intended use.
• Confirm the product’s country of origin and the identities of the manufacturer, exporter, and supplier; AD/CVD coverage can depend on these facts.
• Check the applicable tariff classification, but do not treat the HTSUS number alone as proof that the product is covered or excluded.
• Ask your customs broker to verify the required AD/CVD entry procedures, cash-deposit instructions, and any applicable producer- or exporter-specific information.
• Document your scope analysis and check official instructions for exclusions, scope rulings, administrative reviews, and liquidation treatment before importing.