Anti-dumping duties are special tariffs imposed by customs authorities. They are designed to counteract the effects of dumping—a practice in which foreign manufacturers sell goods in another country at prices lower than their fair market value.
In the United States, anti-dumping duties are imposed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The Department of Commerce (DOC) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) oversee this process. These duties are intended to counter unfair pricing practices by foreign exporters. Depending on the case, they can range from 0% to 550% of the commercial invoice value.
Will anti-dumping duties apply to my product?
Whether AD duties apply depends on:
- The type of product
- The country of origin
To determine if your product is subject to anti-dumping duties, consult the official list on the International Trade Administration (ITA) website.
Domestic manufacturers or companies can file petitions with the USITC and DOC if they believe foreign competitors are selling goods below fair market value or receiving subsidies from their governments. Upon investigation, these agencies may instruct CBP to assess the appropriate duties.
Will anti-dumping duties apply to my product?
Anti-dumping duties in other regions
European Union (EU)
The EU enforces anti-dumping duties as part of its trade defense tools to protect its internal market. Dumping is defined as exporting goods at prices lower than their normal value, which could be:
- The domestic market price, or
- The cost of production plus a reasonable profit
Following GATT Article VI, the EU may impose additional import duties to correct the price disparity and protect fair competition.
United Kingdom (UK)
Following Brexit, the UK now applies anti-dumping duties independently. These duties are added on top of regular customs duties when goods are imported below the normal value of comparable goods in the exporter’s home market. For the latest information, consult the UK National Archive.
