AD+CVD ORDERS China A-570-129 (AD)C-570-130 (CVD)

U.S. Antidumping & Countervailing Duties on Certain Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers and Parts from China (A-570-129, C-570-130)

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 walk-behind lawn mowers and parts thereof from China may be subject to both a U.S. antidumping order (A-570-129) and a countervailing duty order (C-570-130).

Case snapshot

Product	Certain Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers and Parts Thereof
Country	China
Case type	AD+CVD
Case number(s)	A-570-129 (AD) · C-570-130 (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-570-129 (AD)	Federal Register: 2026-07 FR notice 2026-13341 (Opportunity to Request Review)
C-570-130 (CVD)	Federal Register: 2026-07 FR notice 2026-13341 (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 walk-behind lawn mowers and parts thereof from China are covered by two U.S. Department of Commerce orders: an antidumping (AD) order under case A-570-129 and a countervailing duty (CVD) order under case C-570-130. Importers of these goods may face both AD and CVD cash-deposit requirements at entry and should verify scope, origin, and current rates.

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 gasoline-powered walk-behind lawn mowers
•May include electric or battery-powered walk-behind lawn mowers
•May include self-propelled and push-type walk-behind mowers
•May include mower decks and cutting blades as covered parts
•May include mower engines or drive assemblies supplied for these mowers
•May include handles, wheels, and housings when covered as parts
•May include unassembled or partially assembled walk-behind mowers
•May include replacement parts specifically identified in the scope

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

?Riding lawn mowers and lawn tractors are commonly outside walk-behind mower scope
?Zero-turn radius mowers may fall outside the order
?Robotic or autonomous mowers may be treated differently depending on scope
?String trimmers, edgers, and brush cutters are typically separate products
?Snow blowers and other outdoor power equipment are generally not covered
?Generic hardware not specific to these mowers may fall outside scope

Scope control: HTS codes are screening references only; Commerce's written scope language controls whether a product is covered, and parts, unfinished, or unassembled mowers may still be covered depending on that scope.

Who it affects

This typically matters for importers, distributors, and retailers bringing in walk-behind lawn mowers or their component parts of Chinese origin, including private-label and OEM buyers sourcing finished units or replacement parts.

What the duty means

At entry, CBP typically requires cash deposits for both AD and CVD when both orders apply; rates vary by exporter/producer and administrative review and can be high. A 0% cash-deposit rate is NOT an exemption — the order still applies and the entry must be declared as subject merchandise.

Importer checklist — how to assess your risk

☐Gather the commercial invoice with a detailed product description of the mower or part.
☐Collect product photos, spec sheets, and model numbers for each item.
☐Document material composition and key components (engine, deck, drive type).
☐Record the intended use and product category (walk-behind vs. riding).
☐Obtain country-of-origin support tracing manufacturing and assembly locations.
☐Identify the manufacturer and exporter names, and confirm the exact producer/exporter combination.
☐Determine the likely HTS classification for screening only, not as proof of scope.
☐Confirm scope questions with a licensed customs broker or trade counsel; do not rely only on supplier statements.
☐Verify the applicable cash-deposit rate against current Commerce results and CBP AD/CVD messages before filing.

Risks to watch

⚠Circumvention or transshipment findings if goods are routed through third countries to disguise Chinese origin.
⚠Scope inquiries where Commerce may clarify whether a specific mower or part is covered.
⚠Using the wrong exporter/producer combination can result in an incorrect (often higher) deposit rate.
⚠Misdeclaration or failure to declare subject merchandise can lead to penalties, retroactive duties, and enforcement action.

The same product may face separate proceedings in more than one country — for example, walk-behind lawn mowers from Vietnam have also been investigated — so importers should review each origin independently.

FAQ

Is there antidumping duty on walk-behind lawn mowers from China?

There is an antidumping order on certain walk-behind lawn mowers and parts thereof from China under case A-570-129, and a separate countervailing duty order under case C-570-130. Whether your specific goods are covered depends on Commerce's written scope, and you should verify before entry.

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 as subject, and rates can change through administrative reviews, so entries remain subject to potential liability.

Are parts or unassembled walk-behind lawn mowers covered?

Parts and unassembled or partially assembled mowers may still be covered depending on Commerce's scope language. Importers should verify specific components against the written scope rather than assume parts are excluded.

Possible risk

Risk signal: Higher concern if the goods are walk-behind lawn mowers or their identified parts of Chinese origin; a separate review is needed for parts, unassembled units, replacement components, and any third-country processing or assembly.

Bottom line: Certain walk-behind lawn mowers and parts from China may be covered by A-570-129 (AD) and C-570-130 (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 (2026-07 FR notice 2026-13341 (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: 2026-07-10