Customs & duties

Countervailing Duties (CVD)

Additional import duties imposed under trade-remedy measures to counter certain subsidies benefiting imported goods.

Allwayforward Editorial TeamUpdated 16 Oct 2026
Understand it in practice
THE ILLUSTRATED FREIGHT GUIDE / CUSTOMS & DUTIES

Where it fits in the journey

Highlighted stages are commonly relevant
  1. 01Agree — commonly relevant
  2. 02Prepare
  3. 03Transport
  4. 04Clear — commonly relevant
  5. 05Deliver
THE DETAIL THAT MATTERS

What to remember

CVD is different from anti-dumping duty. Product scope, producer, origin and current measures determine applicability.

Three separate release checks

CheckWhat to confirm
Customs / agencyRequired declarations, controls and release
Carrier / forwarderFreight and document-release conditions
Terminal / warehouseAvailability, charges and collection appointment

Before you book

For customs & duties, have these details ready:

  • Product materials, use and manufacturing origin
  • The legal importer and appointed representative
  • Current destination rules and supporting records
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Further reading

Plain-language educational guidance. The applicable contract, carrier tariff, official rules or insurance policy takes precedence. Illustrations show concepts, not a specific shipment or facility.