Softwood Lumber — Canada — A-122-838

An AD/CVD measure combines two trade-remedy tools. Antidumping (AD) duties may apply when imported goods are sold in the United States at less than fair value. Countervailing duties (CVD) may apply when foreign-government subsidies benefit the production or export of the goods. These duties are separate from ordinary customs duty and may apply in addition to it.

For a measure concerning softwood lumber, the scope usually depends on the product’s physical characteristics, species, form, processing, country of export or production, and named exclusions—not just its commercial name or HTS classification. It typically affects manufacturers, exporters, importers of record, and sometimes related parties involved in the transaction. The importer is generally responsible for declaring the goods correctly and may face additional payment, documentation, or bonding requirements if the goods fall within the measure’s scope.

What to check

• Read the official scope language and compare it with the product’s species, dimensions, processing, packaging, and intended use; do not rely on the product name alone.
• Confirm the country of origin, country of export, producer, exporter, and any related-party relationship because AD/CVD treatment can depend on these facts.
• Check the official AD/CVD case information and current instructions for the applicable producer or exporter; do not assume the ordinary HTS duty rate answers the AD/CVD question.
• Review exclusions and special product descriptions carefully, and keep technical specifications, invoices, bills of materials, and origin records supporting the conclusion.
• Ask a customs broker or trade-remedy specialist to review uncertain products, scope questions, certifications, and entry or cash-deposit requirements before importing.