Twist Ties from China CVD cash deposit rate | Case C-570-132

Twist Ties from China CVD cash deposit rate | Case C-570-132 | Tandom AD/CVD Intelligence

Scope text

Legally operative description of covered merchandise from the Federal Register

The merchandise covered by these orders consists of twist ties, which are thin, bendable ties for closing containers, such as bags, bundle items, or identifying objects. A twist tie in most circumstances is comprised of one or more metal wires encased in a covering material, which allows the tie to retain its shape and bind against itself. However, it is possible to make a twist tie with plastic and no metal wires. The metal wire that is generally used in a twist tie is stainless or galvanized steel and typically measures between the gauges of 19 (.0410'' diameter) and 31 (.0132'') (American Standard Wire Gauge). A twist tie usually has a width between .075'' and 1'' in the cross-machine direction (width of the tie--measurement perpendicular with the wire); a thickness between .015'' and .045'' over the wire; and a thickness between .002'' and .020'' in areas without wire. The scope includes an all-plastic twist tie containing a plastic core as well as a plastic covering (the wing) over the core, just like paper and/or plastic in a metal tie. An all-plastic twist tie (without metal wire) would be of the same measurements as a twist tie containing one or more metal wires. Twist ties are commonly available individually in pre-cut lengths (``singles''), wound in large spools to be cut later by machine or hand, or in perforated sheets of spooled or single twist ties that are later slit by machine or by hand (``gangs''). The covering material of a twist tie may be paper (metallic or plain), or plastic, and can be dyed in a variety of colors with or without printing. A twist tie may have the same covering material on both sides or one side of paper and one side of plastic. When comprised of two sides of paper, the paper material is bound together with an adhesive or plastic. A twist tie may also have a tag or label attached to it or a pre-applied adhesive attached to it. Excluded from the scope of the orders are twist ties packaged with bags for sale together where the quantity of twist ties does not exceed twice the number of bags in each package. Also excluded are twists ties that constitute part of the packaging of the imported product, for example, merchandise anchored/secured to a backing with twist ties in the retail package or a bag of bread that is closed with a twist tie.

Frequently asked questions

What is AD/CVD case C-570-132?

C-570-132 is a U.S. countervailing duty (CVD) order on twist ties from China, issued by the U.S. Department of Commerce. It is part of the trade-remedy regime that levies cash deposits at entry on imports found to be sold below fair value (AD) or to benefit from foreign government subsidies (CVD).

What is the deposit rate for C-570-132?

The country-wide cash deposit rate for C-570-132 is 111.96%. This rate applies to importers of non-listed manufacturers/exporters from China. Individual exporters and producers may have lower (or higher) case-specific rates from Commerce administrative reviews — see the manufacturer rates linked from this page where available.

When did C-570-132 take effect, and is it still active?

C-570-132 took effect on April 14, 2021 and is currently in active status — cash deposits apply at entry on every shipment in scope.

How do I check if my shipment falls within the scope of C-570-132?

Two factors determine scope: (1) the product's HTS code(s) and physical characteristics — covered codes are listed on this page (7 flagged); and (2) the product's country of origin — this order applies to imports from China. The order's scope text — also on this page — is the legally binding description. When borderline cases arise, importers can request a formal scope ruling from Commerce. Tandom's lookup tool matches your HTS + origin against every active order in seconds.

What HTS codes are covered by C-570-132?

C-570-132 flags 7 HTS codes in Tandom's catalog. The full list is shown on this page. HTS coverage alone does not guarantee scope — physical-characteristic exclusions in the scope text may carve out specific products.

Where is the official Federal Register notice for C-570-132?

The official Federal Register citation for C-570-132 is 2021-07630. The link is on this page; clicking it opens the canonical FR document on federalregister.gov, which carries the legally operative text — scope, rates, exclusions, and effective dates.

What is the companion case for C-570-132?

C-570-132 has a companion case at A-570-131. AD orders frequently run alongside a CVD order on the same product/country (or vice versa). Both deposits stack on top of base duties — importers pay the full sum of both rates at entry where both orders apply.

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Frequently asked questions

What is AD/CVD case C-570-132?

What is the deposit rate for C-570-132?

When did C-570-132 take effect, and is it still active?

How do I check if my shipment falls within the scope of C-570-132?

What HTS codes are covered by C-570-132?

Where is the official Federal Register notice for C-570-132?

What is the companion case for C-570-132?

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