Linear Hydraulic Cylinders and Parts Thereof — India — A-533-952

This is an antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) measure concerning linear hydraulic cylinders and qualifying parts. A linear hydraulic cylinder is a hydraulic-powered device that converts pressurized fluid into straight-line motion; parts may be covered when they meet the measure’s product description. AD addresses alleged sales at unfairly low prices, while CVD addresses benefits from government subsidies. These are trade-remedy duties, separate from ordinary customs duty.

The measure typically affects manufacturers, exporters, importers, and distributors of the covered cylinders or parts, depending on the listed countries of origin or export and the scope language. Coverage is determined by the legal scope—not just a product’s name, tariff classification, or how it is marketed. An importer should compare the product’s specifications, composition, function, and origin with the scope and confirm the applicable HTSUS classification. If the product is covered, additional entry requirements and duty liability may apply, so a customs broker or trade-remedy specialist may be needed.

What to check

• Read the measure’s scope language and compare it with the product’s technical specifications, including design, dimensions, components, and intended use.
• Confirm both country of origin and country of export; do not assume that assembly, shipment, or a supplier’s location determines origin.
• Treat the HTSUS classification as a starting point, not proof of coverage; scope language controls when the two do not align.
• Ask your supplier for complete manufacturing and origin records, and preserve invoices, bills of materials, product drawings, and other supporting documents.
• Before entry, have a customs broker or trade-remedy professional verify whether AD/CVD applies and what entry, deposit, or certification procedures are required.