Anti-Dumping Duty Alert: Glufosinate and its Salt Originating in or Exported from China PR.

The Ministry of Finance has officially imposed anti-dumping duty on the imports of Glufosinate and its salt falling under multiple sub-headings of Chapter 38 of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975. This decision follows the final findings of the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) which confirmed that imports from China PR were being dumped in India at prices lower than their normal value, thereby causing material injury to domestic industry.

Key Highlights of the Notification

• Notification Authority: Government of India under Section 9A of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975.
• Findings by DGTR (Notification No. 6/19/2024-DGTR, dated 10th February 2025):
  • Glufosinate and its salts are being dumped into India.
  • Dumped imports have undercut domestic prices and harmed local manufacturers.
• Tariff Items Covered:
  3808 91 93, 3808 91 99, 3808 93 91, 3808 93 99, 3808 99 12, 3808 99 91, 3808 99 99.
• Currency: USD
• Unit of Measurement: Per Metric Tonne (MT)
• Duration: 5 years from the date of Gazette Notification (unless amended earlier)

Anti-Dumping Duty Table

📝 Note: The customs classification is indicative and does not restrict the scope of the investigation.

📌 Additional Provisions

• The anti-dumping duty will be collected in Indian Rupees, based on the exchange rate notified by the Ministry of Finance under Section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962.
• The rate of exchange will be determined as on the date of presentation of the bill of entry under Section 46 of the Customs Act.
• This action aims to restore fair competition, support domestic agrochemical manufacturers, and discourage predatory pricing practices.

🧾 Conclusion

The imposition of anti-dumping duties on Glufosinate and its salt underscores India’s commitment to protecting its domestic industry from unfair trade practices. Stakeholders engaged in agrochemical trade and imports must now ensure compliance with this updated regulatory measure.

 Notification Reference: Customs
 Notification No. 09/2025-Customs (ADD)
 08/05/2025