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Countervailing duties (CVDs) counteract subsidies granted by exporting countries. The EU Commission and UK Trade Remedies Authority investigate subsidized imports of products like steel, solar panels, and biodiesel, imposing additional tariffs based on injury and causal link tests. Importers face provisional and definitive duty measures that increase costs significantly. Strategic responses include exemption applications, undertakings, supply chain restructuring, and transitional reviews. Peacock Tariff Consulting helps importers minimize CVD exposure through proactive compliance and litigation strategies.
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