Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells, Whether or Not Assembled Into Modules — China — C-570-980

An AD/CVD measure concerns imports that may be covered by antidumping (AD) or countervailing duty (CVD) orders. AD duties address imports sold at unfairly low prices, while CVD duties address benefits or subsidies provided by a foreign government. These duties are separate from ordinary customs duty and may apply in addition to it.

The product description refers to crystalline silicon photovoltaic (CSPV) cells, including cells assembled into modules in some circumstances. It may affect manufacturers, exporters, importers, distributors, and solar-project developers bringing covered merchandise into the United States. Coverage depends on the measure’s legal scope—not just the product name, tariff classification, country of origin, or how the goods are marketed. If merchandise is covered, the importer may need to declare the measure, provide entry information or security, and pay any applicable additional duties. A customs broker or trade counsel may be needed for difficult scope questions.

What to check

• Read the official scope language and product exclusions, including technical descriptions of cells, modules, components, and qualifying configurations.
• Confirm the country of origin, manufacturer, exporter, and producer; AD/CVD treatment can vary based on these facts.
• Compare the merchandise with the relevant HTSUS provisions, but do not treat an HTSUS number alone as proof that the goods are covered.
• Ask your customs broker to review entry procedures, required documentation, cash-deposit or bonding requirements, and any certification obligations.
• Keep product specifications, bills of materials, invoices, origin records, and supply-chain statements that support your scope and classification analysis.