Linear Hydraulic Cylinders and Parts Thereof — South Korea — A-580-923

A measure covering “Linear Hydraulic Cylinders and Parts Thereof” is an AD/CVD trade remedy. “AD” means antidumping: it addresses imports that an investigating authority determines are sold at less than normal value. “CVD” means countervailing duty: it addresses imports that benefit from government subsidies. These duties are separate from ordinary customs duty and may apply in addition to it.

The product scope usually depends on the cylinder’s design, function, components, and country of origin—not just the product name or tariff classification. It can affect manufacturers, exporters, distributors, and US importers of covered hydraulic cylinders or parts. Importers should review the official scope language, determine the correct Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification, and confirm whether the origin and transaction fall within the measure. A customs broker or trade counsel may be needed for close classification or scope questions.

What to check

• Read the official scope description, including inclusions, exclusions, technical specifications, and covered parts; do not rely on the product title alone.
• Confirm the product’s HTS classification and country of origin using the product’s actual construction and manufacturing history.
• Check whether the measure is AD, CVD, or both, and determine which entries, exporters, producers, or countries are covered.
• Ask the exporter for producer and manufacturing details, and keep specifications, bills of materials, invoices, and origin records supporting your analysis.
• Before entry, verify current requirements and deposit or reporting instructions with official sources or a qualified customs broker when coverage is uncertain.