The additional duty levied on imports of Derivative Aluminum Articles and Derivative Steel Articles that went into effect on February 8th, 2020 violated procedural time limits based on the ruling of the Court of International Trade (CIT).
Aluminum articles found in Annex I were assessed and additional 10 percent duty with exemptions granted for goods manufactured in Canada, Mexico, Argentina and Australia.
Steel articles found in Annex II were assessed an additional 25 percent duty with exemptions granted for goods manufactured in Canada, Mexico, South Korea, Argentina, Australia, and Brazil.
We will wait and see if the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) appeals the decision before any determinations can be made regarding refunds of the duty paid.
If you have questions, please contact the Willson U.S. Regulatory team at transitionus@willsonintl.com or call 716.260.1580 option 4.