Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells, Whether or Not Assembled in Modules — Cambodia — A-555-003

An AD/CVD measure combines antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) rules. Antidumping duties address imports that Commerce determines are sold in the United States at less than fair value. Countervailing duties address benefits, or subsidies, that a foreign government provides to producers or exporters. These duties are separate from ordinary customs duty and may apply in addition to it.

This measure concerns crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells, including cells assembled into modules, when the merchandise falls within the official scope and comes from covered countries or exporters. It typically affects manufacturers, exporters, importers, distributors, and solar-project businesses. For an importer, the key issues are correct product classification, country of origin, the identity of the manufacturer and exporter, and whether additional AD/CVD cash-deposit and reporting requirements apply. Product names or a tariff number alone do not always determine scope; the written scope description and official scope rulings control.

What to check

• Compare the product’s physical characteristics, assembly status, and specifications with the official scope language; do not rely only on the product name or HTS classification.
• Confirm the country of origin and identify every manufacturer and exporter involved in the transaction, including any processing or assembly in another country.
• Check current Commerce and CBP instructions for the applicable AD/CVD case, cash-deposit requirements, entry documentation, liquidation treatment, and any scope exclusions or certifications.
• Have a customs broker or trade counsel review unusual products, bundled modules, mixed components, or transactions involving multiple production countries before importation.
• Keep purchase records, manufacturer statements, production documents, invoices, and origin evidence that support the declared classification, scope position, and reported parties.