Topic
anti-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.