Lightweight Thermal Paper — China — C-570-921

A trade measure titled “Lightweight Thermal Paper” may be an antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) measure. AD duties address imports that are considered sold at less than fair value, while CVD duties address benefits that a foreign government is found to have provided to producers or exporters. These duties are separate from ordinary customs duty and may apply in addition to it.

The measure typically concerns certain thermal-sensitive paper products, but the legal product scope controls—not the product’s marketing name alone. It may affect foreign manufacturers and exporters, as well as US importers that enter covered merchandise. The HTS classification can help identify potential coverage, but scope language, physical characteristics, exclusions, and the product’s origin must also be reviewed. If covered, the importer may need to provide additional information and pay or secure applicable AD/CVD cash deposits, subject to official instructions and later assessment.

What to check

• Compare the product’s physical specifications, coating, dimensions, and intended use with the measure’s official scope; do not rely only on the product name or HTS number.
• Confirm the country of origin, manufacturer, and exporter, because AD/CVD treatment can depend on where the merchandise is produced and who ships it.
• Check the relevant official AD/CVD deposit instructions and entry requirements before importation, including whether separate reporting or documentation is required.
• Ask US Customs and Border Protection or a qualified customs broker for a scope ruling or classification advice when the product is close to an inclusion or exclusion.
• Keep invoices, bills of materials, technical data sheets, origin records, and supplier certifications that support the product’s classification and scope determination.