Common Alloy Aluminum Sheet — Germany — A-428-849

“Common Alloy Aluminum Sheet” describes a product category, while “AD/CVD” means antidumping and countervailing duties. Antidumping (AD) duties address imports that are allegedly sold in the United States at less than fair value. Countervailing (CVD) duties address benefits that a foreign government allegedly provides to producers or exporters. These duties are separate from ordinary customs duty and may apply in addition to it.

The measure typically affects importers bringing covered aluminum sheet from specified countries or producers, depending on the official scope and order. Coverage is determined by the product’s physical characteristics, specifications, and sometimes its processing or intended use—not simply by the product name or HTS classification. An importer should review the official scope, identify the correct HTSUS classification, and confirm whether the shipment is subject to AD/CVD deposit and entry requirements. Customs-broker or trade-counsel advice may be appropriate when the product or origin is unclear.

What to check

• Read the official scope language and compare the product’s alloy, thickness, dimensions, form, coating, processing, and exclusions.
• Confirm the country of origin and, where relevant, the manufacturer and exporter; AD/CVD coverage can depend on these details.
• Classify the merchandise under the correct HTSUS subheading, but do not treat the tariff number alone as proof that the product is covered or excluded.
• Check current official instructions for entry summary reporting, cash-deposit requirements, importer liability, and any applicable certifications.
• Keep product specifications, mill certificates, invoices, bills of lading, and origin records, and ask a customs broker or trade lawyer to review close cases.