Disposable Aluminum Containers, Pans, Trays and Lids — China — A-570-170

An AD/CVD measure concerning disposable aluminum containers, pans, trays, and lids is a U.S. trade remedy that may apply to qualifying products from specified countries or exporters. “AD” means antidumping: the government may impose additional duties when imports are found to be sold in the United States at less than fair value. “CVD” means countervailing duty: additional duties may apply when foreign government subsidies benefit the exported goods. These duties are separate from ordinary customs duty.

The measure typically affects importers of record bringing covered disposable aluminum food-service or household items into the United States, as well as manufacturers, exporters, and related parties. Coverage depends on the legal product description, country of origin, exporter or producer, and applicable scope and exclusion language—not just the product’s marketing name or tariff classification. An importer may need to pay the additional duty, provide special entry information, and manage possible duty liability after entry. Customs broker or trade counsel review may be necessary.

What to check

• Read the measure’s scope language and exclusions, including the definitions of covered containers, pans, trays, lids, materials, dimensions, and uses.
• Confirm the product’s HTSUS classification, country of origin, manufacturer, exporter, and any related-party details; classification alone does not determine coverage.
• Check the official AD/CVD instructions for the applicable case, producer or exporter rate, entry requirements, and whether suspension of liquidation or cash-deposit rules apply.
• Ask the supplier for complete product specifications and production records, and compare them with the scope rather than relying on catalog descriptions.
• Obtain a customs broker or trade attorney’s opinion when the product is borderline, bundled with other items, made from mixed materials, or subject to an exclusion claim.