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anti-dumping
Trade Despite swadeshi push, anti-dumping duties against Chinese firms crawl
The Economic Times reports that a September 2025 DGTR recommendation for anti-dumping duties on Chinese crawlers and truck cranes remains unimplemented, pending finance ministry approval. Domestic manufacturers say the delay is causing severe harm, with several companies set to shut manufacturing operations despite the government's Atmanirbhar Bharat push.
Trade Import restriction on low-priced PVC resin may push domestic prices: GTRI
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has imposed a minimum import price (MIP) of USD 0.766 per kg on Suspension Grade Polyvinyl Chloride (S-PVC) Resin for six months, requiring imports below that threshold to obtain a license. According to trade think tank GTRI, the measure is expected to increase domestic PVC resin prices but is unlikely to significantly reduce India's heavy dependence on imports, as domestic production meets only 36% of demand.
Trade India Finance Ministry Imposes Five-Year Anti-Dumping Duty on Low Ash Met Coke
India's Finance Ministry has imposed an anti-dumping duty on low ash met coke imports, effective for five years from the date of provisional duty imposition. The duty, payable in Indian currency, follows a Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) investigation that found dumped exports causing injury to the domestic industry. The measure is expected to raise costs for steel producers who rely on this high-purity carbon fuel.
Trade US anti-dumping and countervailing duties hit Indian paprika exports
The US Department of Commerce has imposed anti-dumping and countervailing duties on Indian oleoresin paprika imports, following a petition by a US manufacturer. Countervailing duties of 18.56%-25.41% apply from February 2026, while anti-dumping duties of 3.33%-4.66% are retrospective from June 2026. India exports $54.6M-$68M annually of the extract, used in food, cosmetics and spices.
Trade Aluminium Association Urges PMO to Protect Indian Industry from Surging Low-Quality Scrap Imports
The Aluminium Association of India (AAI) has appealed to the Prime Minister’s Office to protect the domestic industry from a surge of low-quality aluminium scrap imports. Imports hit 3.48 million tonnes in FY26, causing a forex outgo of over ₹88,400 crore. AAI urges higher basic customs duty, publication of a quality standard, and grade-wise HSN codes to curb imports.
Trade India extends anti-dumping duty on US, Malaysia, South Africa butyl alcohol for five years
India has extended its anti-dumping duty on imports of normal butanol (butyl alcohol) originating in the United States, Malaysia, and South Africa for five years, following a review by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) that concluded withdrawing the duty could lead to renewed dumping and material injury to domestic producers.
Regulations & Compliance Air-cooled condenser makers urge review of Chinese firms' entry into thermal power contracts
Three Indian air-cooled condenser (ACC) manufacturers—Paharpur Cooling Towers, Enexio Power Cooling, and Holtec Asia—have written to the PMO, power ministry, and DPIIT seeking a review of the government's March decision to exempt ACC systems from Rule 144(xi) of the General Financial Rules for BHEL's procurement of 21 critical inputs. The firms argue that the exemption opens the door to Chinese suppliers, threatening domestic investment amid India's planned 80 GW thermal power capacity addition requiring nearly 100 ACC units. They urge invocation of Clause 10(d) of the Make in India Order for reciprocal measures against China.
Regulations & Compliance India Initiates Anti-Dumping Probes on Five Products from China, Other Nations
India's Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) has initiated anti-dumping probes on five products from China and other nations, including moulded soda-lime glass vials, electric tractors, cyanuric chloride, polyethylene terephthalate film above 100 microns, and carbon raiser made anthracite coal. Domestic firms have filed applications alleging material injury from dumped imports.
Trade India Launches Anti-Dumping Probe into Electrical Steel Imports from China, Three Other Nations
India's Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) has launched an anti-dumping investigation into imports of Cold Rolled Grain Oriented Electrical Steel and Amorphous Metal from China and three other unnamed nations. The probe follows a complaint by JSW JFE Electrical Steel Nashik Pvt Ltd alleging injury to the domestic industry. Separate probes were also initiated on sodium nitrite from China and Para Nonylphenol from Russia and Taiwan.
Trade India slaps anti-dumping duty on rubber chemical imports from China, EU and US
India has imposed an anti-dumping duty on imports of rubber chemicals from China, the European Union, and the United States, according to a report from the TOI Business Desk. The duty targets rubber chemicals, though specific rates and effective dates were not detailed in the source.
Trade India Imposes Anti-Dumping Duty on Sulphenamides Accelerators from China, EU, US
India has imposed an anti-dumping duty on imports of Sulphenamides Accelerators from China, the European Union, and the United States. The duty, ranging from $75 to $1748 per tonne, will be effective for five years as per a June 19 finance ministry notification based on a DGTR recommendation. Separately, a duty on Polyethylene Terephthalate resin from China was also noted.
Regulations & Compliance India Opens Dumping Probe Into Chinese, Japanese Chemical Used in Tyres and Rubber Products
India has opened an anti-dumping probe into imports of a chemical used in tyres and rubber products from China and Japan, as reported by the Times of India's TOI Business Desk. The investigation targets a specific chemical essential for tyre and rubber manufacturing. Further details on the product scope, timeline, and affected parties are expected as the probe progresses.
Regulations & Compliance India Initiates Anti-Dumping Probe Against Chinese, Japanese Chemical Used in Tyres and Rubber
India's Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into imports of Resorcinol, a chemical used in tyre and rubber products, from China and Japan. The probe follows a complaint by domestic producer Atul Ltd, which alleged that cheap imports are harming the Indian industry. The investigation will determine the existence, degree, and effect of dumping.
Trade India Denies Textiles and Steel Overcapacity, Says USTR Probe Lacks Evidence
India has rejected U.S. allegations of structural overcapacity in its textiles and steel industries, telling the USTR that per capita consumption remains among the world's lowest. The Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) stated that overcapacity is not recognized under WTO trade remedy laws and accused the probe of targeting specific countries without evidence.
Trade Commerce tariff finding on van imports may offer relief to Wabash National
The U.S. Commerce Department imposed preliminary countervailing duties on van trailer imports from China (82.3%-128.7%) and Mexico (<2%), following a complaint by the American Trailer Manufacturers Coalition. The move may provide relief to Wabash National, which recently received a debt downgrade from S&P Global Ratings. The duties require immediate cash deposits, with final determinations expected in mid-August for China and mid-December for Mexico.
Regulations & Compliance India Extends Anti-Dumping Duty on Aluminium Foil Imports
The Indian government has extended the anti-dumping duty on aluminium foil imports from China and three other nations until December 15, 2026. This decision follows requests from companies like Hindalco Industries and SRF Altech.
Regulations & Compliance Commerce Ministry Escalates Anti-Dumping Duty Rejection Issue
The Commerce Ministry has raised concerns at the highest level regarding the Finance Ministry's increasing rejection of anti-dumping duty recommendations by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR). The rejection rate has surged to 81% from November 2025 to April 2026, impacting domestic industries.