Brass Sheet & Strip — Brazil — A-351-603

“Brass Sheet & Strip” refers to a trade-remedy measure covering certain flat-rolled brass products, usually identified by their material composition, dimensions, form, and intended product characteristics. AD means antidumping duty, which addresses imports sold at less than normal value. CVD means countervailing duty, which addresses benefits from government subsidies. A measure may involve one or both types of duty.

These measures typically affect manufacturers, exporters, importers, and US buyers of the covered brass products from specified countries or producers. Whether a shipment is covered depends on the legal product scope—not just the product name or its HTS classification. An importer of record may be responsible for entry documentation, cash deposits, and later duty liability, so an apparently ordinary brass sheet or strip should be reviewed carefully before importation.

What to check

• Compare the product’s composition, thickness, width, form, finish, and other physical characteristics with the official scope language.
• Check the listed country of origin and, when relevant, the manufacturer or exporter; do not rely only on the shipping country.
• Use the HTS classification as a screening tool, but confirm that the merchandise is legally within the scope of the measure.
• Review the applicable AD/CVD instructions for entry requirements, cash deposits, and certification documents before filing the entry.
• Request a formal scope ruling or consult a customs broker or trade-remedy specialist if the product description is ambiguous.