AD+CVD ORDERS China A-570-164 (AD)C-570-165 (CVD)

U.S. Antidumping and Countervailing Duties on Certain Paper Plates from China (A-570-164, C-570-165)

This is an educational summary — NOT a scope determination or filing advice. It does not decide whether your specific goods are covered. Always verify against the latest U.S. Commerce and CBP instructions.

Certain paper plates from China may be affected by both a U.S. antidumping order (A-570-164) and a countervailing duty order (C-570-165).

Case snapshot

Product	Certain Paper Plates
Country	China
Case type	AD+CVD
Case number(s)	A-570-164 (AD) · C-570-165 (CVD)
Status	Active / continued
Scope control	Commerce written scope language
HTS role	Reference / screening only
Rate note	Varies by exporter/producer and administrative review

Key dates

A-570-164 (AD)	Federal Register: 2026-03 FR notice 2026-04059 (Opportunity to Request Review)
C-570-165 (CVD)	Federal Register: 2026-03 FR notice 2026-04059 (Opportunity to Request Review)
Status as of	Active — 2026-07-03
Expiration	No fixed expiration date. AD/CVD orders remain in place subject to five-year sunset reviews, and stay active unless revoked after Commerce/ITC review or other Commerce action.
Last checked by ETDETA	2026-07-03

Effective/entry-specific deposit and liquidation treatment depends on Commerce and CBP instructions, not only the publication date.

Certain paper plates from China may fall within the scope of two U.S. Department of Commerce orders: antidumping case A-570-164 and countervailing duty case C-570-165. Because both an AD and a CVD order exist, imported paper plates of Chinese origin may be subject to both types of cash deposits at entry. Importers should verify scope, origin, and current rates before filing.

Scope — simplified screening examples, not full legal scope

The official written scope controls. The examples below are screening references only.

Products that may be covered (examples)

•May include disposable paper plates for food service or household use
•May include molded or pressed paper plates of various diameters
•May include coated or uncoated paper plates (e.g., wax, clay, or plastic-coated surfaces)
•May include single-use paper plates sold in bulk or retail packs
•May include paper plates with printed or decorative surfaces
•May include compartmentalized (divided) paper plates
•May include paper plates whether bleached or unbleached
•May include private-label or store-brand paper plates

Products that may require separate review or may fall outside this order

?Paper bowls, cups, or other non-plate paper tableware may typically fall outside this order
?Paper napkins, towels, or tissue products are commonly outside the scope
?Plastic, foam, or bagasse (sugarcane fiber) plates may commonly be outside a paper-plate order
?Reusable or durable dinnerware such as ceramic or melamine plates is typically outside scope
?Certain non-food paper trays or industrial paperboard products may be excluded

Scope control: HTS codes serve only as screening references; Commerce's written scope language controls whether a given paper plate is covered, and parts, unfinished, or unassembled items may still fall within scope depending on that language.

Who it affects

This typically matters for importers, distributors, food-service suppliers, and retailers bringing disposable paper plates of Chinese origin into the United States, including private-label buyers.

What the duty means

If covered, entries may require AD and/or CVD cash deposits at the time of entry; rates vary by exporter/producer and administrative review and can be substantial. Because both an AD and a CVD order exist, both types of deposits may apply. A 0% cash-deposit rate is NOT an exemption — the order still applies and the merchandise must be declared.

Importer checklist — how to assess your risk

☐Gather the commercial invoice with a full, accurate product description.
☐Collect product photos and spec sheets showing material, coating, and dimensions.
☐Document the material composition (paper/paperboard versus plastic, foam, or bagasse).
☐Identify the intended use of the product (food service, household, industrial).
☐Assemble country-of-origin support and manufacturing records.
☐Record the exact manufacturer, producer, and exporter names.
☐Verify the specific producer/exporter combination against current Commerce results.
☐Confirm HTS classification and treat it only as a screening step.
☐Consult a licensed customs broker to confirm scope, and do not rely solely on supplier statements; verify the current cash-deposit rate against Commerce results and CBP AD/CVD messages before filing.

Risks to watch

⚠Circumvention or transshipment findings where goods are routed through third countries to disguise Chinese origin.
⚠Scope inquiries where Commerce may examine whether a specific product falls within the order.
⚠Using the wrong exporter/producer combination, which may result in the wrong (or higher) deposit rate.
⚠Misdeclaration of origin, type, or scope, which can trigger penalties and retroactive duty liability.

The same product may be subject to separate orders or investigations in multiple countries, including Vietnam, so importers should review each country of origin independently without engaging in evasion.

FAQ

Is there antidumping duty on paper plates from China?

There is a U.S. antidumping order on certain paper plates from China under case A-570-164, and a separate countervailing duty order under C-570-165. Whether your specific product is covered depends on Commerce's written scope, which importers should verify.

Does a 0% deposit rate mean no duty?

No. A 0% cash-deposit rate is not an exemption. The order still applies, the merchandise must be declared, and rates can change through administrative review.

Are parts or unassembled paper plates covered?

They may still be covered depending on Commerce's written scope language; importers should confirm with a licensed broker rather than assume exclusion.

Possible risk

Risk signal: Higher concern if the goods are disposable paper plates of Chinese origin; separate review is needed for coated variants, blends, parts, repackaged goods, and any third-country processing. This does not mean the goods ARE covered.

Bottom line: Certain paper plates from China may be covered by A-570-164 (AD) and C-570-165 (CVD); confirm scope, origin, exporter/producer identity, and current deposit rates before entry.

Not a scope determination or filing advice — confirm coverage and current deposit rates with a licensed customs broker and the latest Commerce/CBP instructions before entry.

Official sources

These links are for source verification. Confirm the latest applicable rate and instructions with Commerce/CBP before entry.

· Federal Register notice (2026-03 FR notice 2026-04059 (Opportunity to Request Review))
· Commerce ACCESS — AD/CVD proceedings & scope rulings
· CBP ACE AD/CVD case search & messages
· USITC sunset/injury reviews
HTS codes are provided for reference/screening only.

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Educational summary of a public U.S. Department of Commerce AD/CVD order — not legal advice, a customs broker opinion, or a scope determination. Whether specific goods fall within an order's scope must be confirmed with a licensed customs broker and the latest Commerce/CBP notices.

Last updated: 2026-07-08