The Egyptian government is reported to be considering the introduction of a temporary safeguard duty of 13.6% on hot-rolled steel imports. According to official documents, the measure would remain in force for 200 days and take effect the day after its publication in the Official Gazette.
The measure is being considered following severe damage to the local industry caused by a sudden surge in imports. Lower international prices compared to domestic products are cited as the main driver of the increase.
Official data show that Egypt’s hot-rolled steel imports reached around USD 260 million in the first half of 2025. The Ministry of Industry is holding a consultative meeting today to discuss possible safeguard measures on hot-rolled, cold-rolled, galvanized, and pre-painted steel products.
In March, the European Union decided to impose an anti-dumping duty of 15.6% on Egyptian hot-rolled steel products. The measure is scheduled to come into effect in October 2025.
The slowdown in the construction sector has also weighed on domestic production. Rebar output in the first half of 2025 fell by 7% year-on-year to 3.8 million tons, while domestic sales declined by 3% to 2.965 million tons.
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