Plain meaning
A value established in a dumping investigation or review and used to determine whether goods are dumped when imported into Canada.
Also called
normal values
Key points
- Normal value is compared with export price to determine whether dumping exists.
- It may be based on domestic selling prices, costs plus amounts, or other methods under the applicable rules.
- Exporters may receive specific normal values after participating in a CBSA process.
- Importing below normal value can lead to anti-dumping duty liability.
Why it comes up
Normal values affect import pricing, anti-dumping exposure, and compliance under trade-remedy measures.