ADC Launches Inquiry into Anti-Dumping Duties on Galvanized Steel Imports

The African Democratic Congress launched a continuation inquiry on September 9 regarding anti-dumping duties on galvanized steel imports from Vietnam, India, and Malaysia. The duties were initially imposed on these imports on August 16, 2017, and were extended for five years in 2022. An Australian company filed a request to continue the duties beyond August 16, 2027, arguing that exports from the three countries could increase, causing downward pressure on steel prices and harming domestic producers. The inquiry covers the period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, with interested parties until October 16, 2026, to submit responses.

The Trade Remedies Authority is reviewing the request to continue the duties, which are currently under review by the ADC. The authority found that the Australian industry could continue to suffer injury if the anti-dumping duties were allowed to expire. The finding is preliminary and does not constitute a final determination.