Chinese steel imports face antidumping complaint by Indian alloy steel manufacturers, according to an executive's announcement
Indian alloy steel manufacturers have taken a significant step to protect their domestic industry by filing an anti-dumping petition against cheap alloy steel imports from China. The petition, filed on July 31, 2025, by the Alloy Steel Producers Association of India (ASPA), seeks protective measures such as anti-dumping duties to level the playing field for domestic manufacturers like JSW Steel and Jindal Steel.
The influx of cheap Chinese alloy steel imports has been causing financial strain to domestic producers, with local companies facing pressure on profit margins and sales volumes. This surge in imports has been undercutting prices in the Indian market, threatening the viability of Indian alloy steel manufacturers.
The petition aims to prevent market distortion caused by "dumped" steel products from China. As of mid-August 2025, the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) is expected to investigate the claims following the petition submission. A formal determination of anti-dumping duties typically follows after an investigation period, which can last several months.
India is the world's second-biggest producer of crude steel, with a capacity to produce around 18 million to 20 million metric tons per annum of alloy steel. Alloy steel is used in the auto, defense, and aerospace sectors, making it a crucial component for various industries.
Imports of alloy steel wire rods from China have increased significantly in the last three years. These wire rods are mainly used for automobiles and their components. In April, India imposed a 12% temporary tariff, known as a safeguard duty, on some steel imports to curb a surge in cheap shipments primarily from China. However, these increased imports have continued to hurt local alloy steel producers in India.
This anti-dumping petition is not the first instance of Indian industries seeking protective measures amid global steel market volatility and China's structural steel demand challenges. Similar anti-dumping petitions have been filed against imports from China and other countries like Vietnam and Indonesia, reflecting a broader trade tension.
Key Indian alloy steel producers leading the petition include JSW Steel and Jindal Steel, among others affiliated with the Alloy Steel Producers Association of India (ASPA). The case is currently under governmental investigation to determine appropriate remedial duties.
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- The surge in Chinese alloy steel imports has been causing financial difficulties for local manufacturers, as prices in the Indian market are being undercut, potentially leading to the industry's downfall.
- Given the increased imports of alloy steel wire rods from China and their impact on domestic producers, the petition filed by ASPA seeks protective measures in the form of anti-dumping duties to ensure fair competition within the energy, finance, and auto industries that rely on alloy steel.
