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Observer
24-05-2025
- Business
- Observer
Oman imposes anti-dumping duties on tile imports from China, India
MUSCAT: Starting May 29, Oman will begin applying anti-dumping duties on ceramic and porcelain tile imports from China and India at all customs ports. The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion announced the move as part of the GCC Unified Law on Anti-Dumping, Countervailing, and Safeguard Measures. Nasra bint Sultan al Habsi, Director General of Commerce and GCC committee member, said the decision follows complaints from Gulf tile manufacturers about unfairly priced imports flooding local markets. A year-long investigation, led by the GCC's technical office, reviewed the claims and concluded that dumping practices were harming local industry. Based on its findings, the GCC Permanent Committee approved the duties for a period of five years. Ahmed bin Salem al Rasbi, Director General of the Competition and Anti-Monopoly Center, described the measure as a strategic move to protect the competitiveness of national industries. He noted that dumping distorts prices and undermines local manufacturers, while the new duties will promote fair trade, enhance product quality, expand local production, and generate jobs. 'This step ensures price stability and protects consumers in the long run by encouraging local investments and guarding against monopolistic practices,' he added. Khalid bin Issa l Ameri, head of Consumer Services and Market Control at the Consumer Protection Authority, said the Authority is actively monitoring the implementation of the duties. Inspections of tile retailers are being intensified to ensure price compliance and detect any irregularities. He warned that legal action will be taken against violators and urged suppliers to follow the law. Consumers are encouraged to report any misconduct related to tile pricing or sales. — ONA
Observer
25-04-2025
- Business
- Observer
Anti-dumping duties on certain tiles from India, China
Muscat: Anti-dumping duties will be imposed from May 29 at all customs ports on imports of ceramic and porcelain tiles originating in or exported from the People's Republic of China and the Republic of India, falling under customs code 6907, except products classified under subheading 69073000, the Ministry of Commerce and Investment Promotion said on Friday. This measure will remain in effect until the issuance of the final review decision, which is expected to be published in the first quarter of 2026. The implementation of this measure is under the Unified Law on Anti-Dumping, Countervailing, and Safeguard Measures for the GCC States, and its Executive Regulations, issued by Royal Decree No. 20/2015. Further details can be found in the official decision published in Issue No. 49 of the Official Gazette of the Technical Secretariat for Anti-Injurious Practices in International Trade, available on the Secretariat's official website.
Muscat Daily
24-03-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
GCC imposes anti-dumping duties on Chinese electrical products
Duties will be effective June 8, 2025, for five years Abu Dhabi, UAE – The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries have announced the imposition of final anti-dumping duties on imports of electrical connections, switches, and plugs originating from China. The duties will apply to products with a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts and are set to take effect from June 8, 2025, lasting for a period of five years. The decision, which was made in response to a complaint filed by the Gulf industry, concerns imports classified under customs codes 853669, 853650, 85444221, and 85444291. These actions are in line with the GCC's Unified Law for Anti-Dumping, Countervailing, and Safeguard Measures, as outlined in Royal Decree No. (2015/20). The details of the decision were published in the Official Gazette of the Technical Secretariat for Combating Harmful Practices, No. (47), and are available on the General Secretariat of the GCC's official website. This move aims to protect local industries within the GCC from unfair trade practices and maintain a level playing field in the market.
Zawya
04-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
GCC to review anti-dumping duties on ceramic tiles from China, India
The Gulf Cooperation Council Secretariat General (GCC SC) will begin the final review of anti-dumping duties imposed on ceramic and porcelain tiles from China and India. The duties cover ceramic and porcelain tiles used for flooring, wall coverings, and fireplaces, the GCC SG said in a statement. The procedures align with the Common Law on Anti-Dumping, Countervailing Measures, and Safeguard Measures and its executive regulations. The Permanent Committee for Combating Harmful Practices in International Trade has accepted the complaint and will initiate investigation, the statement said. In May 2020, the committee imposed definitive anti-dumping duties on GCC imports of ceramic tiles from China and India. (Writing by P Deol; Editing by Anoop Menon) (
