Aluminum Foil — China — C-570-054

An AD/CVD measure on aluminum foil refers to trade remedies that may apply to imported aluminum foil. “AD” means antidumping: a duty intended to address imports sold in the US at less than fair value. “CVD” means countervailing duty: a duty intended to offset certain government subsidies benefiting foreign producers or exporters. These are separate from ordinary customs duty and may apply in addition to it.

The measure typically affects importers of covered aluminum foil, as well as foreign manufacturers, exporters, and sometimes related parties. Coverage depends on the product’s legal description and tariff classification, not just the product name. An importer may be responsible for declaring the correct classification, identifying the manufacturer and exporter, paying applicable deposits or duties, and keeping records. AD/CVD liability can also be reviewed later through administrative review or other official procedures, so professional customs-broker or trade-counsel advice may be appropriate.

What to check

• Read the measure’s scope language and compare it with the product’s physical characteristics, composition, dimensions, uses, and packaging; do not rely on the word “foil” alone.
• Confirm the product’s HTSUS classification, country of origin, manufacturer, and exporter, and check whether the official measure lists company-specific treatment or other distinctions.
• Check official government sources for the current AD/CVD status, cash-deposit instructions, exclusions, scope rulings, and any suspension or review information before entry.
• Ask your customs broker or trade counsel to evaluate ambiguous products, mixed-material goods, unusual transactions, and possible scope exclusions before importing.
• Keep invoices, production and origin records, product specifications, and supplier certifications that support the classification, origin, and scope determination.