EU anti-dumping investigation of Indian and Turkish imports of certain cast iron articles
On 26 February 2025, the EU opened an anti-dumping investigation concerning EU imports of certain cast iron articles (grey and ductile cast iron) originating in India and Türkiye, which could lead to substantial anti-dumping duties on future imports.
The product under investigation
The product under investigation for alleged dumping is defined as certain articles of lamellar graphite cast iron (grey iron) or spheroidal graphite cast iron (also known as ductile cast iron), and parts thereof.
The articles are further described to be of a kind used to:
- cover ground or sub-surface systems, and/or openings to ground or sub-surface systems, and also
- give access to ground or sub-surface systems and/or provide view to ground or sub-surface system.
The articles may be machined, coated, painted and/or fitted with other materials such as but not limited to concrete, paving slabs, or tiles.
The products under investigation are currently classified under the CN codes ex 7325 10 00 and ex 7325 99 10 (TARIC codes 7325 10 00 31 and 7325 99 10 60).
Excluded product types
The EU excluded the following product types from the definition of concerned products:
- channel gratings and cast tops subject to standard EN 1433, to be fitted as a component on channels in polymer, plastic, galvanised steel or concrete allowing surface water to flow into the channel,
- floor drains, roof drains, cleanouts and covers for cleanouts, subject to standard EN 1253, and
- step irons, lifting keys, and fire hydrants.
Quick action is required
Affected parties, including importers and EU users wishing to comment and defend their interests, can participate in the investigation. Deadlines for participation can be as short as 7 days, so quick action is required if parties intend to participate.
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