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DGTR Recommends 5-Year Extension of Anti-Dumping Duty on Aluminium Foil Imports
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CNBC TV18•23-09-2026, 22:50
DGTR Recommends 5-Year Extension of Anti-Dumping Duty on Aluminium Foil Imports
- •The Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) has recommended a five-year extension of anti-dumping duties on aluminium foil imports from China, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
- •The proposed duty on aluminium foil of 80 micron and below ranges from $93.53 to $976.99 per tonne, with the final decision resting with the Finance Ministry.
- •The DGTR's recommendation follows a sunset review investigation, concluding that continued duties are necessary due to dumped imports affecting domestic industry profitability.
- •The review was initiated by several Indian companies, including Hindalco Industries, LSKB Aluminium Foils, and Raviraj Foils.
- •Despite existing duties, significant imports, particularly from Thailand, continue, and Chinese exporters are highly export-oriented, posing a risk if duties expire.
Key Questions Answered
The Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) has recommended extending the anti-dumping duty on aluminium foil imports for another five years.
The proposed five-year extension covers aluminium foil imports originating from China, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
The final decision regarding the recommendation to extend the anti-dumping duties rests with the Finance Ministry.
