Canada has launched a dumping and subsidization investigation into Chinese cast iron sewage pipes

The CBSA initiated this investigation following a complaint by Canada Pipe Company ULC (Bibby-Ste-Croix), Canada's sole producer. According to the company, low-priced and subsidized imports from China are causing serious harm, including loss of market share, price pressure, reduced production and profitability, and loss of employment and investment.

The investigation will be conducted by two different institutions. By September 9, 2025, the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) will complete its preliminary investigation into whether Chinese pipes are harming the domestic industry. At the same time, the CBSA will investigate whether these products are dumped or subsidized and issue its preliminary decision by October 9, 2025.

As of 2024, Canada has a total of 158 special import measures in place covering industrial and consumer goods. These measures have contributed to the protection of approximately 45,000 Canadian jobs and CAD 18.4 billion worth of production.