Drill Pipe — China — A-570-965

A “Drill Pipe” AD/CVD measure concerns certain drill pipe products used in oil and gas drilling. AD means antidumping duties, which address merchandise sold in the United States at less than fair value. CVD means countervailing duties, which address benefits that a foreign government provides to producers or exporters. A measure may include either type or both, depending on the proceeding and the countries covered.

The measure typically affects importers, foreign producers, exporters, and sometimes related parties involved in covered transactions. Whether a shipment is covered depends on the legal scope description—not just the product name or its tariff classification. An importer may need to pay additional duties, provide accurate entry information, and manage possible liability if Customs and Border Protection later determines that the wrong amount was deposited. A customs broker or trade counsel may be needed for difficult scope, origin, affiliation, or product-configuration questions.

What to check

• Read the measure’s scope language carefully, including product features, dimensions, materials, uses, and express exclusions; do not rely on the commercial name alone.
• Confirm the country of origin and the identity of the manufacturer and exporter, because AD/CVD treatment can vary by country and by company.
• Compare the product specifications and technical documents with the scope, and request a formal scope ruling or professional advice if coverage is unclear.
• Check the applicable HTSUS classification, but treat it as a screening tool rather than conclusive proof that the product is covered or excluded.
• Ask your broker to verify the required AD/CVD entry information, cash-deposit instructions, and any certification or recordkeeping requirements before importing.