India Imposes Anti-Dumping Duty on Epichlorohydrin Imports

In November 2024, India announced an anti-dumping duty of up to $557 per tonne on Epichlorohydrin—a chemical widely used in adhesives—from China, Korea, and Thailand to protect domestic producers from undervalued imports.

Key Points

Duty Duration: The anti-dumping duty will apply for five years, with the possibility of early revocation, as specified by the Department of Revenue.
Reason for Levy: Following recommendations from the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), the duty addresses below-normal price exports of Epichlorohydrin to India, which hurt the competitiveness of local industries.
Purpose and Compliance: Under the WTO framework, anti-dumping duties are measures to maintain fair trade practices and protect domestic industries from price distortions due to cheap imports.