India has moved to seek anti-dumping measures on imports of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) film from Bangladesh, in a development aimed at addressing concerns raised by domestic manufacturers over import pricing.
The move follows representations from Indian producers who have sought protection against what they allege are dumped imports entering the domestic market at prices below their normal value. Any anti-dumping action would be subject to the findings of the designated investigating authority and the government’s subsequent decision.
PET film is widely used in packaging, electrical and electronics applications, labels and other industrial products. Bangladesh is among the overseas sources supplying the Indian market.
Anti-dumping investigations are conducted to determine whether imported products are being sold at unfairly low prices and whether such imports are causing or threatening material injury to domestic producers. If these conditions are established, India can impose an anti-dumping duty for a specified period.
The proposed action comes as Indian authorities continue to examine trade-related concerns involving imports from neighbouring countries. It follows earlier anti-dumping measures involving products such as jute goods, reflecting broader efforts to address complaints from domestic industries.
For Indian PET film manufacturers, any duty imposed could help address pricing pressure from imports and provide greater protection from alleged unfair trade practices. Importers and downstream industries, however, could face changes in sourcing costs if additional duties are introduced.
The final outcome will depend on the findings of the investigation, representations from interested parties and the government’s decision on any recommended trade-remedy measures.