Twist Ties — China — A-570-131

“Twist ties” generally refers to flexible wire products covered by a trade-remedy scope, often used to close bags or packages. An AD/CVD measure is a special import measure: antidumping (AD) addresses imports sold at less than normal value, while countervailing duty (CVD) addresses benefits from foreign-government subsidies. The measure applies only when the product, origin, and other scope conditions match the official description.

These measures typically affect importers, manufacturers, exporters, and sellers connected with covered merchandise from specified countries. For an importer, the consequences can include additional duties, customs-entry requirements, possible suspension of liquidation, and later duty liability. The product’s Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification can help identify entries, but the legal scope description—not the tariff number alone—controls whether merchandise is covered. Scope interpretation may require Customs and Border Protection or customs-broker judgment.

What to check

• Read the official scope language carefully, including physical characteristics, materials, construction, uses, and exclusions.
• Confirm the product’s country of origin and identify the producer, exporter, and seller; AD/CVD coverage can depend on these parties as well as the product.
• Compare the merchandise with relevant HTS classifications, but do not treat an HTS number as conclusive proof of coverage.
• Ask your customs broker or trade counsel how to report potentially covered entries, including cash-deposit, entry-document, and recordkeeping requirements.
• Check official government sources for current instructions, scope rulings, administrative reviews, and liquidation status before importing or declaring the goods.