Indigo — China — A-570-856

An AD/CVD measure concerns trade remedies: antidumping (AD) duties may apply when imported goods are sold in the United States at less than fair value, while countervailing duties (CVD) may apply when foreign-government subsidies benefit the goods. A measure titled or based on “Indigo” generally refers to a particular product scope and the countries, producers, or exporters covered by the official proceeding—not necessarily every product that uses the word indigo.

The key term is the measure’s “scope,” which describes the covered merchandise by its physical characteristics, composition, processing, and intended use. Coverage can apply even if a product is described differently on invoices or classified under a different HTSUS number. An importer may need to provide cash deposits at entry and could face later duty assessment if the goods are covered. The importer of record is generally responsible for correct entry information and payment, so close review of the official scope and, when needed, customs-broker or trade-counsel advice is important.

What to check

• Read the official scope language and compare it with the product’s materials, specifications, processing, and intended use; do not rely on the product name alone.
• Confirm the exporting country, manufacturer, producer, and exporter, because AD/CVD treatment can vary by these parties and by the applicable measure.
• Check the listed HTSUS classifications and any customs instructions, but treat the tariff number as a screening tool rather than proof that the merchandise is covered.
• Ask your customs broker or trade counsel to verify whether the product is subject to AD/CVD and what entry documentation, certifications, or cash-deposit requirements apply.
• Keep purchase orders, commercial invoices, product specifications, origin records, and supply-chain information that support the scope and producer/exporter determination.