Import and Export Focus: Summary of Anti-Dumping and Countervailing Duty Investigations Involving China and Other Countries in November 2020 (Electronic Edition)

On December 3, 2014, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced it had initiated anti-dumping and countervailing duty investigations on melamine imported from China, pursuant to an application filed by Cornerstone Chemical Company (LA). On November 2, 2015, the U.S. Department of Commerce issued a notice announcing the final determinations in these investigations, finding that melamine originating in or exported from China was being sold at less than fair value and benefited from countervailable subsidies. Original source: federalregister.gov/doc... federalregister.gov/doc... India Imposes Final Determination in Second Sunset Review of Anti-Dumping Duties on All Fully Drawn or Fully Oriented Yarn/Spin Draw Yarn/Flat Yarn of Polyester Originating in or Exported from China On November 23, 2020, India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry announced the final determination in the second sunset review of anti-dumping duties on all fully drawn or fully oriented yarn/spin draw yarn/flat yarn of polyester (collectively referred to as “polyester filament yarn”) originating in or exported from China and Thailand. The Ministry recommended continuing anti-dumping duties on subject goods from China for another five years at a rate of USD 547 per metric ton, while recommending against continuation of duties on subject goods from Thailand. The products under investigation fall under Indian Customs Tariff Heading 5402. Excluded from the scope are low-melting-point (110°C–170°C) fully drawn or fully oriented yarn/spin draw yarn/flat yarn of polyester. On May 6, 2008, India initiated anti-dumping investigations on polyester filament yarn originating in or exported from China, Thailand, and Vietnam. On September 29, 2009, India issued its final anti-dumping determination on polyester filament yarn originating in or exported from China, Thailand, and Vietnam. On March 24, 2014, India initiated the first sunset review of anti-dumping duties on polyester filament yarn originating in or exported from China, Thailand, and Vietnam. On September 22, 2015, India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry issued its final determination in the first sunset review, recommending termination of anti-dumping measures against Vietnam—due to zero imports of subject goods from Vietnam throughout the injury investigation period—while recommending continuation of duties against China and Thailand. On October 21, 2015, India decided to impose anti-dumping duties for five years on subject goods from China (ranging from USD 256 to USD 547 per metric ton) and Thailand (ranging from USD 57.78 to USD 248.63 per metric ton). On April 15, 2020, India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry announced the initiation of the second sunset review of anti-dumping duties on polyester filament yarn originating in or exported from China and Thailand, following an application submitted by the Association of Synthetic Fibre Industry.

Major International Trade Events This Week | U.S. Reinstates Tariff Exemptions for 352 Chinese Imports; Egypt Allows Commercial Banks to Set Foreign Exchange Rates Independently; Multiple Countries Impose Anti-Dumping Measures...

Egypt’s Central Bank Monetary Policy Committee recently convened an emergency meeting and announced permission for commercial banks to set foreign exchange rates independently, allowing the Egyptian pound (EGP) to depreciate against the U.S. dollar. Egypt currently faces a trade deficit nearing USD 40 billion, prompting its government to explore various measures to curb imports and boost exports. To counter capital outflows, Egypt’s Central Bank abruptly authorized commercial banks to determine foreign exchange rates autonomously, permitting EGP depreciation. Its statement emphasized the importance of exchange-rate flexibility and its role as an economic shock absorber, aiming to preserve Egypt’s economic competitiveness. This decision—combined with the Central Bank’s recent interest-rate hike—triggered a sharp plunge in the EGP. On March 21, the EGP-to-USD exchange rate fell dramatically—from 15.7 to 1 to 18.2 to 1 at closing—representing a decline exceeding 16%, the steepest drop in over five years. This is not Egypt’s first such move. Veteran exporters familiar with the Egyptian market may recall November 3, 2016, when Egypt’s Central Bank announced the adoption of a freely floating exchange-rate regime to alleviate domestic economic distress and better fulfill its loan commitments to the IMF. That day, the EGP-to-USD exchange rate plummeted from 8.8 to 1 to 13 to 1—a 48% depreciation. For importers, the steep depreciation of the local currency against the USD significantly raises import costs, dampening procurement willingness—especially given Egypt’s recent introduction of numerous new import barriers. 04. EU: Surpasses ASEAN to Become China’s Largest Trading Partner According to data recently released by China’s Ministry of Commerce, bilateral trade between China and the EU totaled USD 137.16 billion in the first two months of 2022, enabling the EU to surpass ASEAN and become China’s largest trading partner. 05. United States: Federal Reserve Implements Interest-Rate Hike The U.S. Federal Reserve recently announced an interest-rate hike, raising the target range for the federal funds rate to 0.25%–0.50%. Analysts warn this move could heighten global debt-default risks. 06. Japan: Strong Earthquake Forces Temporary Shutdowns at Multiple Manufacturing Plants According to Japanese media reports dated March 18, several industrial and manufacturing companies suspended production—or partially halted operations—at their local facilities due to the earthquake, including Renesas Electronics, Sony Corporation, and Nippon Paper Group. 07. Eurasian Economic Union: Final Anti-Dumping Determination on Melamine Recently, the Department for Internal Market Protection of the Eurasian Economic Commission issued a notice announcing the final anti-dumping determination on melamine originating in China, recommending imposition of anti-dumping duties for five years at rates ranging from 15.22% to 19.08%. 08. Colombia: Final Affirmative Determination in Fourth Sunset Review of Anti-Dumping Duties on Ceramic Tableware Recently, Colombia’s Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism issued a notice announcing the final affirmative determination in the fourth sunset review of anti-dumping duties on ceramic and porcelain tableware originating in China, deciding to apply anti-dumping measures via a minimum FOB price ceiling, effective for three years. 09. Thailand: Termination of Anti-Dumping Duties on Low-Carbon Wire Rod Recently, Thailand’s Anti-Dumping and Subsidy Review Commission issued a notice deciding to terminate anti-dumping measures on low-carbon wire rod originating in China. 10. India: Final Affirmative Determination in First Sunset Review of Anti-Dumping Duties on Aluminum Foil Recently, India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry issued a notice announcing the final affirmative determination in the first sunset review of anti-dumping duties on aluminum foil (thickness: 5.5–80 micrometers) originating in or exported from China, recommending continuation of anti-dumping duties on subject goods from China at rates ranging from USD 469 to USD 1,106 per metric ton.

India Plans Five-Year Antidumping Duties on Melamine Imports from China

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India's Directorate General of Trade Remedies has recommended imposing five-year antidumping duties ranging from $245 to $403 per tonne on melamine imports from China. This follows a complaint by domestic producer GSFC, citing suspended production due to dumped imports.

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2026-09-29

India Plans Five-Year Antidumping Duties on Melamine Imports from China

India Plans Five-Year Antidumping Duties on Melamine Imports from China

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