Melamine From China; Scheduling of Expedited Five-Year Reviews

This is an antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) trade measure concerning melamine from China. Antidumping duties address imports sold at less than fair value, while countervailing duties address benefits that a foreign government provides to producers or exporters. A five-year review, also called a sunset review, examines whether ending the orders would likely lead to continued or recurring dumping or subsidization and injury to the U.S. industry. An expedited review generally means the review follows a faster process because the relevant party participation or record does not support a full review.

The measure typically affects U.S. importers, foreign exporters, manufacturers, customs brokers, and domestic producers of the covered merchandise. It matters because an importer may owe additional AD/CVD deposits in addition to ordinary customs duties, and the final amount can be determined later through administrative review and liquidation. Coverage depends on the legal product description and scope language—not simply the product name, tariff classification, or country shown on a commercial invoice.

What to check

• Read the measure’s scope language carefully, including product characteristics, chemical specifications, forms, and exclusions; do not rely on the product name alone.
• Confirm the country of origin and the identity of the manufacturer, producer, and exporter, because AD/CVD treatment can depend on these facts.
• Check the applicable HTSUS classification, but treat it as an identification aid rather than proof that the merchandise is covered.
• Ask your customs broker or trade counsel how to report the entry and secure any required AD/CVD cash deposit; verify the instructions in current official sources.
• Keep product specifications, purchase records, origin documents, and supply-chain information that support your coverage and manufacturer or exporter determination.