AD+CVD ORDERS China A-570-160 (AD)C-570-161 (CVD)

U.S. Antidumping and Countervailing Duties on 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid (2,4-D) from China (A-570-160, C-570-161)

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.

2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D) from China may be covered by both a U.S. antidumping order (A-570-160) and a countervailing duty order (C-570-161).

Case snapshot

Product	Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid
Country	China
Case type	AD+CVD
Case number(s)	A-570-160 (AD) · C-570-161 (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-570-160 (AD)	Federal Register: 2026-05 FR notice 2026-08559 (Opportunity to Request Review)
C-570-161 (CVD)	Federal Register: 2026-05 FR notice 2026-08559 (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.

The United States maintains both an antidumping (AD) order (A-570-160) and a countervailing duty (CVD) order (C-570-161) on 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D) from China. Importers of this herbicide chemical from China should review whether their goods may fall within the scope of these Commerce orders, as both AD and CVD cash deposits may apply.

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)

•2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D) in technical/acid form that may originate in China
•2,4-D produced in China and imported as an active herbicide ingredient
•Bulk 2,4-D acid shipments that may fall within the written scope
•2,4-D that may be entered directly from China or through third parties
•Chinese-origin 2,4-D acid intended for further formulation into herbicide products

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

?Certain 2,4-D derivatives (such as specific esters or amine salts) may fall outside the acid-form scope depending on Commerce's written language
?Finished, packaged herbicide formulations may be treated differently — importers should verify
?Other phenoxy herbicides not identified in the written scope
?2,4-D of a different country of origin (though separate orders may apply to that origin)
?Chemically distinct compounds that share only naming similarities

Scope control: Any HTS codes are screening references only; Commerce's written scope language controls whether a product is covered, and unfinished, blended, or further-processed 2,4-D may still fall within scope depending on that language.

Who it affects

This typically matters for importers, formulators, and distributors bringing in 2,4-D acid or 2,4-D-based herbicide inputs of Chinese origin, and for anyone sourcing this active ingredient through intermediaries.

What the duty means

If covered, importers post cash deposits at entry; AD and CVD deposits may both apply because both orders exist. 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 entries must be declared.

Importer checklist — how to assess your risk

☐Gather the commercial invoice with the exact chemical description and form (acid, ester, salt).
☐Collect product spec sheets, technical data, and chemical composition/CAS details.
☐Document the intended use of the material (herbicide active ingredient vs. other).
☐Obtain country-of-origin support and manufacturing records tracing the material to its producer.
☐Identify the manufacturer and exporter names and confirm the specific producer/exporter combination.
☐Confirm HTS classification for screening, understanding it does not determine scope.
☐Consult a licensed customs broker or trade counsel to confirm scope for your specific product.
☐Do not rely only on supplier statements about coverage, origin, or duty status.
☐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 2,4-D form or derivative is covered.
⚠Using the wrong exporter/producer combination and applying an incorrect (often lower) deposit rate.
⚠Misdeclaration of origin or product, which can lead to penalties, retroactive duties, and enforcement action.

The same product (2,4-D) may be subject to orders from more than one country — related cases exist for India — so each origin should be reviewed independently on its own merits.

FAQ

Is there antidumping duty on 2,4-D from China?

There is an antidumping order (A-570-160) and also a countervailing duty order (C-570-161) on 2,4-D from China. Whether your specific goods are covered depends on Commerce's written scope; 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, entries must be declared, and rates can change through administrative review.

Are derivatives or formulated 2,4-D products covered?

They may still be covered depending on Commerce's written scope. Some forms, salts, esters, or finished formulations may be treated differently — importers should confirm scope with a licensed broker before filing.

Possible risk

Risk signal: Higher concern if the goods are 2,4-D acid of Chinese origin; a separate review is needed for derivatives, salts, esters, blends, formulated products, repackaged goods, and any third-country processing.

Bottom line: 2,4-D from China may be covered by A-570-160 (AD) and C-570-161 (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 (2026-05 FR notice 2026-08559 (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: 2026-07-12