India has launched an anti-dumping investigation into imports of certain textile chemicals after concerns that imported products may be entering the domestic market at unfairly low prices and harming local manufacturers.
The investigation has been initiated by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), which will examine pricing patterns, import volumes and their impact on the domestic industry. The probe will also assess whether the imported products are being dumped and whether such imports have caused or are threatening material injury to Indian producers.
Textile chemicals are widely used in processes such as dyeing, finishing and treatment of fabrics and other textile products. Domestic manufacturers have raised concerns that low-priced imports could put pressure on their margins and weaken their ability to compete.
As part of the investigation, the DGTR is expected to seek information from domestic producers, importers, exporters and other interested parties. The findings will help determine whether there is sufficient evidence of dumping and injury to warrant trade-remedy action.
If the investigation establishes dumping and material injury, the government could consider appropriate anti-dumping measures in accordance with trade-remedy rules.
The move comes amid India’s broader efforts to protect domestic manufacturing from unfair trade practices while ensuring that imported raw materials and chemicals remain available to downstream industries at competitive prices.