Ceramic Tile — China — C-570-109

A measure labeled “Ceramic Tile” with type “AD/CVD” concerns trade-remedy duties on covered ceramic tile imports. “AD” means antidumping: an additional duty may apply when imports are found to be sold in the United States at less than fair value. “CVD” means countervailing duty: an additional duty may apply when imports benefit from certain government subsidies. These duties are separate from ordinary customs duty and may apply in addition to it.

The measure typically affects importers, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers bringing covered ceramic tile into the United States from the countries and producers or exporters identified in the official measure. Coverage depends on the legal product description and tariff classification, not simply on a product’s marketing name. An importer should review the scope, country of origin, producer, exporter, entry date, and applicable HTSUS classification. AD/CVD can change the amount of duty owed and may involve cash-deposit requirements, entry documentation, and later assessment or liquidation of duties. A customs broker or trade-remedy specialist may be needed when the scope or product facts are unclear.

What to check

• Read the official scope language and compare it with the tile’s material, dimensions, finish, use, and physical characteristics; do not rely on the product name alone.
• Confirm the product’s HTSUS classification and country of origin, then check whether the measure covers that combination and the relevant producer or exporter.
• Verify whether AD, CVD, or both apply, and distinguish the measure’s cash-deposit instructions from the final duty assessment process.
• Keep invoices, bills of materials, product specifications, origin records, and producer or exporter information that support the entry declaration.
• Ask a customs broker or trade-remedy attorney for a scope ruling or other professional review if the product is borderline or the supplier information is incomplete.