Uncoated Paper — Brazil — A-351-842

An AD/CVD measure involves two related trade remedies: antidumping (AD) duties address merchandise allegedly sold in the United States at less than fair value, while countervailing (CVD) duties address benefits allegedly provided by a foreign government to producers or exporters. “Uncoated Paper” identifies the product scope; it is not necessarily the same as a broad everyday description such as paper or stationery.

The measure typically affects US importers, foreign producers and exporters, and sometimes particular countries or companies. An importer may owe additional duties on top of ordinary customs duty, and the amount can depend on the product’s tariff classification, country of origin, exporter or producer, and the applicable AD/CVD order. Product scope language and official customs instructions control, so a customs broker or trade professional may be needed for difficult classification or scope questions.

What to check

• Read the official product-scope description and exclusions; compare it with the paper’s composition, coating status, dimensions, weight, format, and intended use.
• Confirm the HTSUS classification, but do not rely on the tariff number alone; AD/CVD scope can include or exclude goods based on detailed physical characteristics.
• Verify the country of origin and identify the actual manufacturer, producer, and exporter, because company-specific treatment may apply.
• Check the applicable AD/CVD order and official US customs guidance for deposit instructions, entry requirements, and whether separate AD and CVD measures may apply.
• Keep product specifications, commercial invoices, origin records, and supplier information, and ask a customs broker or trade counsel to review any uncertain scope determination.