AD+CVD ORDERS China A-570-920 (AD)C-570-921 (CVD)

U.S. Antidumping & Countervailing Duty Orders on Lightweight Thermal Paper from China (A-570-920, C-570-921)

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.

Lightweight thermal paper from China may be affected by both a U.S. antidumping order (A-570-920) and a countervailing duty order (C-570-921).

Case snapshot

Product	Lightweight Thermal Paper
Country	China
Case type	AD+CVD
Case number(s)	A-570-920 (AD) · C-570-921 (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-570-920 (AD)	Federal Register: 2025-12 FR notice 2025-22201 (Opportunity to Request Review)
C-570-921 (CVD)	Federal Register: 2025-12 FR notice 2025-22201 (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.

Lightweight thermal paper (LWTP) from the People's Republic of China may fall within two U.S. Department of Commerce orders: an antidumping (AD) order under case A-570-920 and a countervailing (CVD) order under case C-570-921. Importers of such paper should review whether their goods may be covered before entry.

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)

•Lightweight thermal paper in rolls that may be used for point-of-sale receipts
•Thermal paper stock that may be converted into cash-register or ATM receipt rolls
•Coated thermal paper that develops an image when heat is applied
•Lightweight thermal paper in jumbo or master rolls prior to slitting
•Thermal paper that may be used for label or ticket printing
•Slit or finished thermal paper rolls of the lightweight grade

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

?Heavier-weight thermal papers that may fall outside the lightweight basis-weight range described in the scope
?Non-thermal coated papers that do not react to heat
?Plain uncoated printing or writing papers
?Carbonless copy paper that images through pressure rather than heat
?Photographic or inkjet-coated papers

Scope control: Any HTS codes are screening references only; Commerce's written scope language controls whether a product is covered, and parts, unfinished, or unconverted forms such as jumbo rolls may still be covered depending on the scope.

Who it affects

This typically matters for importers, converters, and distributors bringing in thermal paper rolls or stock of Chinese origin that may be used for receipts, tickets, or labels.

What the duty means

AD and CVD cash deposits may be collected at entry; rates vary by exporter/producer and administrative review and can be very high. A 0% cash-deposit rate is NOT an exemption — the order still applies and entries must be declared. Because both an AD and a CVD order exist, deposits under both may apply.

Importer checklist — how to assess your risk

☐Gather the commercial invoice with the full product description and basis weight
☐Collect product photos and technical spec sheets showing the thermal coating and grade
☐Confirm the material composition and whether the paper images by heat
☐Document the intended end use (receipts, labels, tickets, etc.)
☐Obtain country-of-origin supporting documentation, including mill and production records
☐Identify the exact manufacturer and exporter names and their producer/exporter combination
☐Determine the tentative HTS classification for screening purposes only
☐Consult a licensed customs broker or trade counsel to confirm scope; do not rely only on supplier statements
☐Verify the applicable cash-deposit rate against current Commerce review results and CBP AD/CVD messages before filing

Risks to watch

⚠Circumvention or transshipment findings if goods are routed through third countries
⚠Scope inquiries that could reclassify borderline paper grades as covered
⚠Using the wrong exporter/producer combination and applying an incorrect deposit rate
⚠Misdeclaration penalties for failing to declare goods that may be subject to the orders

The same product has been subject to U.S. proceedings involving more than one country, so importers should review each origin separately and not treat one origin's status as applying to another.

FAQ

Is there antidumping duty on lightweight thermal paper from China?

There is a U.S. antidumping order on lightweight thermal paper from China under case A-570-920, and separately a countervailing duty order under case C-570-921. Whether specific goods are covered depends on Commerce's written scope, so importers 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, entries must be declared, and the rate can change through administrative reviews, so importers should verify the current rate before filing.

Are parts or unassembled lightweight thermal paper covered?

Unconverted or intermediate forms, such as jumbo or master rolls before slitting, may still be covered depending on Commerce's scope language. Importers should confirm with a licensed broker rather than assuming exclusion.

Possible risk

Risk signal: Higher concern if the goods are lightweight thermal paper of Chinese origin used for receipts, tickets, or labels; separate review is needed for heavier grades, non-thermal coatings, converted forms, jumbo rolls, and third-country processing. This does not state the goods are covered.

Bottom line: Lightweight thermal paper from China may be covered by A-570-920 (AD) and C-570-921 (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 (2025-12 FR notice 2025-22201 (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: 2026-07-16