The government has imposed an anti-dumping duty of up to $986 per ton on trichloroisocyanuric acid, a chemical used in water treatment, imported from China and Japan. The measure, valid for five years, aims to protect domestic manufacturers from unfair pricing, according to a finance ministry notification.
DGTR Recommends Duty to Counter Cheap Imports
The Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), the investigation arm of the commerce ministry, recommended the duty after determining that dumped imports from China and Japan had caused material injury to the domestic industry. Acting on this recommendation, the finance ministry approved the duty.
Anti-Dumping Duty Ensures Fair Trade
The government imposes anti-dumping duties to ensure fair competition and prevent domestic industries from suffering losses due to underpriced imports. The action aligns with global trade norms under the World Trade Organization (WTO) framework.
How the Anti-Dumping Process Works
DGTR conducts investigations into alleged dumping and suggests corrective measures. The finance ministry then reviews the findings and makes a final decision within three months.
Not a Trade Barrier, but a Fair Trade Measure
As reported by money.rediff.com, anti-dumping duties are not meant to restrict imports or inflate prices. Instead, they create a level playing field for Indian businesses by countering unfair pricing practices from foreign exporters.
