Quick Answer
Anti-dumping duties are extra import duties imposed when goods are sold below fair value and harm domestic industry. Many countries apply them to specific Chinese products — such as certain steel, aluminium, tyres, solar, and chemicals. They can be very high, so check whether your product and supplier are subject to anti-dumping measures before ordering.
How Anti-Dumping Duties Work
- Extra duty on goods deemed sold below fair value
- Often product- and sometimes exporter-specific
- Can be very high (sometimes exceeding the product value)
- Applied by the US, EU, and many other markets
Because anti-dumping measures target specific products and sometimes specific exporters, verify your exact product and supplier against current measures in your destination market before ordering.
Key Takeaways
- Anti-dumping duties penalise below-value imports.
- Target specific products and sometimes exporters.
- Can be very high — sometimes above product value.
- Check measures before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are anti-dumping duties?
Anti-dumping duties are additional import duties imposed when goods are found to be sold below fair value in a way that harms domestic industry. They can be very high and are product-specific.
Which Chinese products face anti-dumping duties?
Categories that have faced measures include certain steel and aluminium products, tyres, solar products, and chemicals, among others, varying by destination market and over time.
How do I know if my product is subject to anti-dumping duty?
Check current anti-dumping measures for your exact product and destination market, since they are product- and sometimes exporter-specific. A customs broker or sourcing partner can confirm.
Can anti-dumping duty exceed the product value?
Yes, in some cases anti-dumping rates are very high and can substantially exceed the base product value, which is why checking before ordering is essential.
Can Plutonia check anti-dumping exposure?
Yes. Plutonia helps confirm whether your product and supplier face anti-dumping measures in your destination market before you commit. Submit your product details to start.