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China imposes anti-dumping duties on halogenated butyl rubber imports
Change
China will implement anti-dumping duties on halogenated butyl rubber imports from India, Japan, and Canada, with tariffs of up to 30.1% applying to shipments from Japan and Canada from March 14.
Why it matters
The measure covers halogenated butyl rubber imported from India, Japan, and Canada. An investigation found those imports were sold at unfairly low prices. Anti-dumping duties will be applied to the affected imports. Tariff rates of up to 30.1% will apply to shipments from Japan and Canada starting March 14; rates and timing for India were not specified.
Implications
- • Landing costs for affected consignments into China will include applied anti-dumping duties.
- • Chinese customs will assess and collect anti-dumping duties on qualifying shipments.
- • Exporters and importers will be liable for the assessed anti-dumping duties on affected shipments.
- • Tariff classification and export/import documentation will determine duty assessment for individual consignments.
Who is affected
- • Exporters of halogenated butyl rubber in India, Japan, and Canada
- • Importers and distributors of halogenated butyl rubber in China
- • Customs and tariff compliance authorities handling affected consignments
- • Trade compliance and corporate pricing teams
What to watch
- • March 14 effective date for tariffs on shipments from Japan and Canada
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