Melamine — China — C-570-021

An AD/CVD measure concerning melamine is a trade remedy that may apply to covered melamine products imported into the United States. “AD” means antidumping: the government may impose duties when imports are sold at less than fair value. “CVD” means countervailing duty: the government may impose duties to offset certain foreign-government subsidies. These duties are separate from ordinary customs duty and may apply in addition to it.

The measure typically affects US importers, manufacturers, distributors, and other parties bringing covered merchandise from specified countries or suppliers. Coverage depends on the legal scope description, including the product’s physical characteristics, composition, form, and possible exclusions—not only its tariff classification. Importers may have to provide accurate entry information, pay required cash deposits, and later face duty assessments based on official determinations. A customs broker or trade attorney may be needed for difficult scope or applicability questions.

What to check

• Read the official scope language and compare the product’s composition, form, specifications, and intended use; do not rely on the product name alone.
• Confirm the country of origin, manufacturer, producer, exporter, and seller, because AD/CVD treatment can vary by country and company.
• Verify the applicable HTS classification, but treat it as an identification aid rather than proof that the merchandise is covered or excluded.
• Ask your customs broker to check required AD/CVD entry procedures, cash-deposit instructions, certification requirements, and importer-of-record responsibilities.
• Keep product records, supplier statements, invoices, and technical documents that support the classification, origin, and scope determination; obtain a formal scope ruling or professional advice when uncertainty remains.