Saudi Arabia has announced it will impose final anti-dumping duties for a period of five years on stainless steel pipes imported from China and Taiwan. The decision follows an investigation launched on May 2, 2024, after a complaint from domestic producers. The investigation was conducted under existing regulations aimed at preventing unfair trade practices in international markets.
The decision, approved by Minister of Commerce and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Authority of Foreign Trade (GAFT), Dr. Majed Al-Qasabi, was published in the official gazette Umm Al-Qura on June 29. The duties are expected to come into force on June 30, 2025.
The anti-dumping duties will range between 6.5% and 27.3%, depending on the product and the company. The Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority will be responsible for enforcing and collecting the duties.
The law aims to protect the local industry from the harm caused by dumped or subsidized imports, manage import pressures, and safeguard Saudi Arabia’s exports from trade remedies. The measure is intended to strengthen the competitiveness of the domestic steel sector in global markets.
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