China’s Ministry of Commerce announced on Thursday that it may impose provisional anti-dumping duties on pork and pig by-products imported from the European Union (EU). This potential action follows an ongoing investigation into allegations of dumping practices by EU exporters.
The anti-dumping investigation, which began on June 17, aims to determine whether EU exporters have been selling pork products in the Chinese market at unfairly low prices, causing harm to China’s domestic pork industry. The investigation covers imports of certain pork and pig by-products originating from the EU from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023.
According to He Yadong, spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce, China may take provisional measures in accordance with World Trade Organization (WTO) rules and China’s anti-dumping regulations if preliminary findings confirm the presence of dumping and resulting damage to the domestic industry. “We are committed to maintaining fair trade practices and protecting the legitimate rights and interests of our industries,” He stated.
The investigation is expected to conclude before June 17, 2025, but could be extended by six months under special circumstances. During this period, Chinese authorities will assess the extent of any damage to local producers and decide on appropriate measures.
The potential imposition of provisional duties highlights China’s efforts to safeguard its agricultural sector amid global trade tensions. The outcome of this investigation may significantly impact EU pork exporters and the broader agricultural trade between China and the EU.
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China may levy provisional anti-dumping duties on EU pork imports
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