Notice of an amended preliminary determination in the antidumping duty investigation of mattresses from the People s Republic of China (A-570-092)

1. Commerce has amended the preliminary determination in the antidumping duty investigation on mattresses from the People's Republic of China. This amendment was published on 07/10/2019 in the Federal Register (84 FR 32867) and changes the cash deposit rate for certain producers and/or exporters. 2. The products covered by this investigation are all types of youth and adult mattresses. The term “mattress” denotes an assembly of materials that at a minimum includes a “core,” which provides the main support system of the mattress, and may consist of innersprings, foam, other resilient filling, or a combination of these materials. Mattresses may also contain (1) “upholstery,” the material between the core and the top panel of the ticking on a single-sided mattress, or between the core and the top and bottom panel of the ticking on a double-sided mattress; and/or (2) “ticking,” the outermost layer of fabric or other material (e.g., vinyl) that encloses the core and any upholstery, also known as a cover. The scope of this investigation is restricted to only “adult mattresses” and “youth mattresses.” “Adult mattresses” have a width exceeding 35 inches, a length exceeding 72 inches, and a depth exceeding 3 inches on a nominal basis. Such mattresses are frequently described as “twin,” “extra-long twin,” “full,” “queen,” “king,” or “California king” mattresses. “Youth mattresses” have a width exceeding 27 inches, a length exceeding 51 inches, and a depth exceeding 1 inch (crib mattresses have a depth of 6 inches or less from edge to edge) on a nominal basis. Such mattresses are typically described as “crib,” “toddler,” or “youth” mattresses. All adult and youth mattresses are included regardless of actual size description. The scope encompasses all types of “innerspring mattresses,” “non-innerspring mattresses,” and “hybrid mattresses.” “Innerspring mattresses” contain innersprings, a series of metal springs joined together in sizes that correspond to the dimensions of mattresses. Mattresses that contain innersprings are referred to as “innerspring mattresses” or “hybrid mattresses.” “Hybrid mattresses” contain two or more support systems as the core, such as layers of both memory foam and innerspring units. “Non-innerspring mattresses” are those that do not contain any innerspring units. They are generally produced from foams (e.g., polyurethane, memory (viscoelastic), latex foam, gel-infused viscoelastic (gel foam), thermobonded polyester, polyethylene) or other resilient filling. Mattresses covered by the scope of this investigation may be imported independently, as part of furniture or furniture mechanisms (e.g., convertible sofa bed mattresses, sofa bed mattresses imported with sofa bed mechanisms, corner group mattresses, day-bed mattresses, roll-away bed mattresses, high risers, trundle bed mattresses, crib mattresses), or as part of a set in combination with a “mattress foundation.” “Mattress foundations” are any base or support for a mattress. Mattress foundations are commonly referred to as “foundations,” “boxsprings,” “platforms,” and/or “bases.” Bases can be static, foldable, or adjustable. Only the mattress is covered by the scope if imported as part of furniture, with furniture mechanisms, or as part of a set in combination with a mattress foundation. Excluded from the scope of this investigation are “futon” mattresses. A “futon” is a bi-fold frame made of wood, metal, or plastic material, or any combination thereof, that functions as both seating furniture (such as a couch, love seat, or sofa) and a bed. A “futon mattress” is a tufted mattress, where the top covering is secured to the bottom with thread that goes completely through the mattress from the top through to the bottom, and it does not contain innersprings or foam. A futon mattress is both the bed and seating surface for the futon. Also excluded from the scope are airbeds (including inflatable mattresses) and waterbeds, which consist of air- or liquid-filled bladders as the core or main support system of the mattress. Further, also excluded from the scope of this investigation are any products covered by the existing antidumping duty order on uncovered innerspring units. See Uncovered Innerspring Units from the People's Republic of China: Notice of Antidumping Duty Order, 74 FR 7661 (February 19, 2009). Additionally, also excluded from the scope of this investigation are “mattress toppers.” A “mattress topper” is a removable bedding accessory that supplements a mattress by providing an additional layer that is placed on top of a mattress. Excluded mattress toppers have a height of four inches or less. The products subject to this investigation are currently properly classifiable under Harmonized Tariff Schedule for the United States (HTSUS) subheadings: 9404.21.0010, 9404.21.0013, 9404.29.1005, 9404.29.1013, 9404.29.9085, and 9404.29.9087. Products subject to this investigation may also enter under HTSUS subheadings: 9404.21.0095, 9404.29.1095, 9404.29.9095, 9401.40.0000, and 9401.90.5081. Although the HTSUS subheadings are provided for convenience and customs purposes, the written description of the merchandise subject to this investigation is dispositive. 3. This proceeding has been assigned case number A-570-092. 4. For shipments of mattresses from the People's Republic of China entered, or withdrawn from warehouse, for consumption on or after 07/10/2019, CBP shall require, for such entries, a cash deposit equal to the margins for the producers and/or exporters listed below: Exporter: Healthcare Co., Ltd. Producer: Healthcare Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-001 Cash deposit rate: 69.30% Exporter: Dockter China Limited Producer: Dongguan Beijianing Household Products Co., Ltd. (a.k.a. Better Zs, Ltd.) Case number: A-570-092-003 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Dockter China Limited Producer: Healthcare Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-004 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Dockter China Limited Producer: Huizhou Lemeijia Household Products Co., Ltd. (a.k.a. Better Zs, Ltd.) Case number: A-570-092-005 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Foshan Chiland Furniture Co., Ltd. Producer: Foshan Chiland Furniture Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-006 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Foshan City Jinxingma Furniture Manufacture Co., Ltd. Producer: Foshan City Jinxingma Furniture Manufacture Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-007 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Foshan City Kewei Furniture Co., Ltd Producer: Foshan City Kewei Furniture Co., Ltd Case number: A-570-092-008 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Foshan City Shunde Haozuan Furniture Co., Ltd. Producer: Foshan City Shunde Haozuan Furniture Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-009 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Foshan EON Technology Industry Co., Ltd Producer: Foshan EON Technology Industry Co., Ltd Case number: A-570-092-010 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Foshan Mengruo Household Furniture Co., Ltd. Producer: Foshan Mengruo Household Furniture Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-011 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Foshan Qisheng Sponge Co., Ltd. Producer: Foshan Qisheng Sponge Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-012 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Foshan Ruixin Non Woven Co., Ltd. Producer: Foshan Ruixin Non Woven Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-013 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Foshan Suilong Furniture Co., Ltd. Producer: Foshan Suilong Furniture Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-014 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Foshan Ziranbao Furniture Co., Ltd. Producer: Foshan Ziranbao Furniture Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-015 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Guangdong Diglant Furniture Industrial Co., Ltd. Producer: Guangdong Diglant Furniture Industrial Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-016 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Healthcare Sleep Products Limited Producer: Healthcare Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-017 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Hong Kong Gesin Technology Limited Producer: Inno Sports Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-018 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: lnno Sports Co., Ltd. Producer: lnno Sports Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-019 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Jiangsu Wellcare Household Articles Co., Ltd. Producer: Jiangsu Wellcare Household Articles Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-020 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Jiashan Nova Co., Ltd. Producer: Jiashan Nova Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-021 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Jiaxing Taien Springs Co., Ltd. Producer: Jiaxing Taien Springs Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-022 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Jiaxing Visco Foam Co., Ltd. Producer: Jiaxing Visco Foam Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-023 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Jinlongheng Furniture Co., Ltd. Producer: Jinlongheng Furniture Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-024 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Luen Tai Global Limited Producer: Shenzhen L&T Industrial Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-025 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Luen Tai Group (China) Limited Producer: Shenzhen L&T Industrial Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-026 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Man Wah Furniture Manufacturing (Hui Zhou) Co., Ltd., Man Wah (MACAO Commercial Offshore), Ltd. and Man Wah (USA), Inc. Producer: Man Wah Household Industry (Huizhou) Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-027 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Ningbo Megafeat Bedding Co., Ltd. Producer: Ningbo Megafeat Bedding Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-028 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Ningbo Shuibishen Home Textile Technology Co., Ltd. Producer: Ningbo Shuibishen Home Textile Technology Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-029 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Nisco Co., Ltd. Producer: Healthcare Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-030 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Quanzhou Hengang Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd. Producer: Quanzhou Hengang Industries Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-031 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Shanghai Glory Home Furnishings Co., Ltd. Producer: Shanghai Glory Home Furnishings Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-032 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Sinomax Macao Commercial Offshore Limited Producer: Dongguan Sinohome Limited Case number: A-570-092-033 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Sinomax Macao Commercial Offshore Limited Producer: Sinomax (Zhejiang) Polyurethane Technology Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-034 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Wings Developing Co., Limited Producer: Quanzhou Hengang Industries Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-035 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Xianghe Kaneman Furniture Co., Ltd. Producer: Xianghe Kaneman Furniture Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-036 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Xilinmen Furniture Co., Ltd. Producer: Xilinmen Furniture Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-037 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% Exporter: Zhejiang Glory Home Furnishings Co., Ltd. Producer: Zhejiang Glory Home Furnishings Co., Ltd. Case number: A-570-092-038 Cash deposit rate: 81.31% China-wide Entity Case Number: A-570-092-000 Cash Deposit Rate: 1,731.75% 5. If there are any questions by the importing public regarding this message, please contact the Call Center for the Office of AD/CVD Operations, Enforcement and Compliance, International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce at (202) 482-0984. CBP ports should submit their inquiries through authorized CBP channels only. (This message was generated by OIV: JDH.) 6. There are no restrictions on the release of this information. Alexander Amdur