Anti dumping duty suggested on spandex, raw material for foam imported from China, Vietnam

Anti-dumping duties create a more level playing field for domestic producers, potentially boosting their market share and profitability. This is a positive for 'Make in India' initiatives.

• •Directorate General of Trade Remedies recommended anti-dumping duties for five years.
• •Duties target spandex and flexible slabstock polyol imports from China and Vietnam.
• •Recommendations follow investigations into complaints about dumped goods.
• •The aim is to protect domestic industries from unfair pricing.
• •Risk flag: Implementation of duties is not yet final