India launches anti-dumping investigations into three Chinese products, other nations
India has initiated anti-dumping probes against imports of three products from China, following complaints from domestic manufacturers, the Commerce Ministry announced. The products under investigation are thermal paper, Biaxially Oriented Polyamide (BOPA) film, and certain antioxidants. The probes also involve imports from Korea, Singapore, the United States, and Thailand.
The Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) received four applications from domestic firms seeking investigations into alleged dumping. Vinati Organics Limited filed a complaint regarding imports of antioxidants used in the polymer industry from China, Korea, and Singapore. JPFL Films sought a probe into BOPA film from China and Thailand. The Indian Association of Thermal Paper Manufacturers and Allied Industries requested an investigation into thermal paper imports from the United States, China, and South Korea. Additionally, ITC Limited filed for a sunset review of anti-dumping duties on decor paper from China.
The DGTR noted that the applicants have alleged that dumped imports from these countries are causing material injury to domestic industries. They have requested the imposition of anti-dumping duties to protect domestic firms from cheap inbound shipments. The authority stated that based on the prima facie evidence submitted by the domestic industry substantiating dumping, it has initiated anti-dumping investigations.
During the probes, the DGTR will determine the existence, degree, and effect of alleged dumping from the specified countries. If it establishes that dumping has caused material injury to domestic players, the DGTR will recommend the imposition of duties. The final decision to levy anti-dumping duties rests with the Finance Ministry.
Anti-dumping probes are conducted by countries to assess whether domestic industries have been harmed by a surge in cheap imports. Under the World Trade Organisation (WTO) regime, duties are imposed to ensure fair trading practices and create a level playing field for domestic producers. India and all involved countries are WTO members.
India has previously imposed anti-dumping duties on several products to counter cheap imports, particularly from China. According to recent trade data, China overtook the United States to become India's largest trading partner in the 2025-26 fiscal year. Bilateral trade reached $151.1 billion, with Indian exports to China rising 36.66% to $19.47 billion and imports increasing 16% to $131.63 billion. The trade deficit widened to an all-time high of $112.6 billion in 2025-26 from $99.2 billion the previous year.
