India Imposes Anti-Dumping Duty on Sulphenamides Accelerators Imports from China, EU, and US
India has imposed a five-year anti-dumping duty on imports of Sulphenamides Accelerators, a vital chemical used in the rubber and tire manufacturing industries, from China, the European Union, and the United States. The move follows an investigation by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), which found that the product was being imported into India at unfairly low prices, adversely affecting domestic manufacturers.
The Ministry of Finance announced the measure through an official notification, stating that the anti-dumping duty will range between $75 and $1,748 per metric ton, depending on the exporter and country of origin. The duty will remain in force for five years unless reviewed or withdrawn earlier.
According to the DGTR, exporters from China, the EU, and the US were selling Sulphenamides Accelerators in the Indian market below their normal value, a practice known as dumping. The investigation concluded that these imports caused material injury to domestic producers by creating unfair pricing pressure and distorting market competition.
Sulphenamides Accelerators are widely used in the vulcanization process of rubber manufacturing, particularly in tire production. The chemical improves the durability, elasticity, and overall performance of rubber products, making it an essential component for India’s automotive and industrial sectors.
The latest action forms part of India’s broader strategy to protect domestic industries from unfair trade practices. In a separate development, the Department of Revenue has extended the anti-dumping duty on aluminum foil imports from China, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia until December 15 this year, citing continued concerns over low-cost imports impacting local manufacturers.
Additionally, the government has imposed a five-year anti-dumping duty of $200.66 per metric ton on imports of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) resin from China. PET resin, commonly used in beverage bottles, food packaging, and industrial applications, has been subject to pricing pressures from imported products, prompting protective measures for domestic producers.
Anti-dumping duties are recognized trade remedy measures under World Trade Organization (WTO) rules. Countries are permitted to impose such duties when investigations establish that imported goods are being sold below their fair market value and are causing injury to local industries. The objective is to restore fair competition rather than restrict trade.
Industry observers believe these measures reflect India’s continued commitment to strengthening domestic manufacturing and enhancing industrial competitiveness. By addressing unfair pricing practices, the government aims to support local producers, encourage investments, and build greater resilience across key manufacturing sectors.