Rubber Bands — China — A-570-069

An AD/CVD measure involving “Rubber Bands” concerns two trade-remedy programs: antidumping (AD), which addresses imports allegedly sold in the United States at less than fair value, and countervailing duties (CVD), which address certain foreign government subsidies. The measure may apply only to rubber bands that meet the official product description and originate in specified countries; the title alone does not establish coverage.

It typically affects manufacturers, exporters, importers of record, and sometimes related parties involved in covered imports. If a product is within the measure’s scope, the importer may need to provide accurate entry information and pay additional AD/CVD cash deposits, separate from ordinary customs duties. Coverage depends on the legal scope, product characteristics, country of origin, and applicable official instructions, so classification and scope review may require a customs broker or trade lawyer.

What to check

• Read the official scope language and compare the product’s material, dimensions, construction, packaging, and intended use; do not rely on the product title alone.
• Confirm the product’s tariff classification and country of origin using the applicable customs guidance and supporting records.
• Check whether the exporter, manufacturer, and country are covered, and identify any exclusions, certifications, or special entry requirements.
• Review current official AD/CVD instructions for the applicable deposit requirement and entry procedures; do not assume the ordinary duty rate answers the AD/CVD question.
• Keep product specifications, invoices, origin records, and supplier statements, and obtain broker or legal advice when the scope is unclear.