Polyethylene Terephthalate (Pet) Film — China — A-570-924

An AD/CVD measure on Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Film concerns imported PET film that falls within the legal product description, or “scope,” of an antidumping (AD) or countervailing duty (CVD) proceeding. AD duties address alleged sales at unfairly low prices, while CVD duties address certain government subsidies. The measure may apply only to goods from specified countries and to particular producers or exporters.

This can affect manufacturers, distributors, and ecommerce businesses importing PET film or products that contain it. The product’s physical characteristics, thickness, coating, finish, dimensions, intended use, producer, exporter, and country of origin may matter. An HTS classification can help identify potentially covered goods, but the HTS number is generally a screening tool; the written scope and official instructions control. If covered, the importer of record may have additional deposit, entry, certification, and recordkeeping obligations, and final liability can depend on later government review.

What to check

• Compare the product’s exact specifications and intended use with the official AD/CVD scope, including any listed exclusions; do not rely on the product name alone.
• Confirm the country of origin, manufacturer, exporter, and supply-chain path, because coverage and duty treatment can vary by country and company.
• Use the applicable HTS classification to screen entries, then verify the result against current official AD/CVD instructions and customs guidance.
• Ask your customs broker or trade counsel to review ambiguous products, mixed-material goods, scope questions, and required importer certifications before entry.
• Keep product descriptions, technical specifications, invoices, origin records, producer and exporter details, and entry documentation that support your classification and scope decision.