Uncoated Paper — China — C-570-023

“Uncoated Paper” describes a product category, while “AD/CVD” means antidumping and countervailing duties. Antidumping (AD) duties may apply when imported goods are found to be sold in the United States at less than fair value. Countervailing (CVD) duties may apply when foreign government subsidies benefit the goods. These are additional trade remedies, separate from ordinary customs duty.

The measure typically affects importers of covered uncoated paper products, as well as foreign producers, exporters, and sometimes related parties. Coverage depends on the product’s physical characteristics, composition, dimensions, finishing, and intended use—not only the commercial name or the tariff classification. An importer may need to pay additional AD/CVD duties, provide accurate entry information, and confirm whether special rules apply to the producer, exporter, or country involved. Coverage and liability can require review by a customs broker or trade-remedy specialist.

What to check

• Compare the product’s specifications with the measure’s official scope language, including paper composition, coating status, dimensions, weight, finishing, and exclusions.
• Confirm the correct Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification, but do not treat the tariff number alone as proof that the product is covered or excluded.
• Identify the actual manufacturer, producer, exporter, and country of origin; AD/CVD treatment can depend on these parties and facts.
• Ask your customs broker or trade-remedy specialist how to report and secure any applicable AD/CVD deposits, including whether a separate case-specific rate or certification is required.
• Keep product specifications, invoices, origin records, production-party information, and any scope or exclusion ruling supporting your coverage determination.