Cost structure / standard tiers
AD/CVD cash deposit rates vary enormously by case, exporter, and whether the exporter has an individually calculated rate or falls under an "all others" rate.
| Rate Category | Typical Range (illustrative, case-dependent) |
|---|---|
| Individually-investigated exporter rate | 0%-50% (can be 0% if found not dumping) |
| "All others" rate (unreviewed exporters) | Often higher than individual rates, sometimes 50%-200%+ |
| Countervailing duty (subsidy-based) | Typically 1%-30%, additive to AD rate |
| Annual administrative review adjustment | Can retroactively increase or decrease deposits already paid |
Because cash deposits are provisional, importers may owe additional duty (or receive refunds) after the annual review finalizes actual rates, sometimes a year or more after entry.
Risk mitigation / operational guidance
Before sourcing a product in a category with known AD/CVD history, check the Commerce Department's and CBP's active case lists for the specific product description and country, since scope language is technical and products that seem similar to covered goods can be in or out of scope based on precise specifications. Identify the specific exporter/producer named on the order and confirm which cash deposit rate applies to that entity — sourcing from an exporter with an individually low rate versus the "all others" rate can be a significant cost difference. Maintain reserves or bonding capacity for potential retroactive assessments from annual reviews, since the cash deposit paid at entry is not final. For new product sourcing, consider requesting a scope ruling from Commerce in advance if there's ambiguity about whether a product falls under an existing order — this is generally faster and less costly than discovering AD/CVD exposure after entries have already been filed.