Canada launches investigation into OCTG imports from five countries, including Türkiye

The investigation focuses on imports from major steel producers operating in these countries or exporting from them. The CBSA notes that if unfair practices are confirmed, they could distort fair competition and negatively impact Canadian producers.

The probe was initiated following a complaint by two Canada-based producers, EVRAZ Inc. NA Canada and Welded Tube of Canada Corporation. The complainants claim that certain imported products supplied by multinational companies have been dumped in the Canadian market, causing price reductions, market share losses, reduced profitability, and local job losses.

The CBSA will work in conjunction with the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) during the investigation. The CITT will conduct a preliminary inquiry to assess whether the imports harm Canadian producers and will issue a decision by October 10, 2025. Meanwhile, the CBSA will examine whether the imports are being sold at unfair prices in Canada and will release a preliminary determination by November 10, 2025.

OCTG products include casing pipes used in oil and gas wells and pipes used to transport liquids and gases to the surface. The scope of the investigation covers products originating from Mexico and the Philippines, as well as products manufactured or exported from Türkiye by Borusan Mannesmann Boru Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş., from South Korea by Hyundai Steel Company, and from the U.S. by Tenaris SA.

The Canadian OCTG market is estimated to have an annual size exceeding USD 1.81 billion. The CBSA will publish the rationale and additional details of the investigation on its website within 15 days of its launch.