Published: 8 Sep 2026
DGTR Extends Questionnaire Deadline in PET Film Anti-Dumping Investigation Against China, Singapore, Thailand & UAE
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The Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) has extended the deadline for filing questionnaire responses in the ongoing anti-dumping investigation concerning imports of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Film above 100 microns originating in or exported from China PR, Singapore, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Through its notice dated 3 September 2026, DGTR has allowed additional time for interested parties to submit the applicable Exporter’s Questionnaire (EQR), Importer’s Questionnaire (IQR), User’s Questionnaire (UQR), and Economic Interest Questionnaire (EIQ).
The revised deadline is 10 September 2026, and DGTR has expressly stated that no further extension will be granted. The notice is procedural in nature and does not contain any determination regarding dumping, injury, or anti-dumping duty.
Key Highlights of the DGTR Notice
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Product under investigation | PET Film above 100 microns |
| Countries/territories covered | China PR, Singapore, Thailand and UAE |
| Investigation authority | Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) |
| Reference | F. No. 6/29/2026-DGTR |
| Notice date | 3 September 2026 |
| Revised questionnaire deadline | 10 September 2026 |
| Questionnaires covered | EQR, IQR, UQR and EIQ, as applicable |
| Further extension | No further extension will be granted |
| Current stage | Questionnaire response stage |
| Dumping/injury findings | Not issued at this stage |
| Duty recommendation | None at this stage |
DGTR’s official notice confirms that the time for filing EQR, IQR, UQR and EIQ responses, as applicable, has been extended until 10 September 2026, with no further extension to be granted.
What Is the PET Film Anti-Dumping Investigation?
The investigation concerns Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Film above 100 microns, commonly associated with thick-gauge PET or Biaxially Oriented Polyethylene Terephthalate (BOPET) film. PET/BOPET film is used across several downstream applications, including:
- Thermal lamination applications
- Digital printable films
- Industrial coatings
- Packaging-related applications
- Printing applications
- Other industrial processing applications
The investigation covers imports originating in or exported from China PR, Singapore, Thailand and the UAE. The latest DGTR notice does not change the countries covered by the investigation.
What Has Changed?
Questionnaire Filing Deadline Extended to 10 September 2026
Following requests received from interested parties, DGTR has extended the deadline. All relevant responses must now be filed on or before 10 September 2026, giving stakeholders more time to compile the commercial, financial, technical and other information required.
Extension Applies to EQR, IQR, UQR and EIQ
DGTR has moved all four questionnaire categories to the common deadline of 10 September 2026, as applicable to each category of interested party.
The extension covers the following questionnaires:
EQR Exporter’s Questionnaire
Applicable to producers and exporters participating in the investigation.
IQR Importer’s Questionnaire
Applicable to importers of the subject PET film from the investigated countries.
UQR User’s Questionnaire
Applicable to domestic users and downstream industries that may be affected by the investigation.
EIQ Economic Interest Questionnaire
Provides an avenue for relevant stakeholders to place their broader economic interests and impact-related information on record.
No Further Extension Will Be Granted
One of the most important aspects of the latest DGTR communication is its explicit statement that no further extension of time will be granted.
Accordingly, 10 September 2026 should be treated as the final deadline by producers, exporters, importers and users that are required to submit questionnaire responses. Stakeholders that have not yet completed their submissions should prioritize the preparation, verification and filing of their responses before the deadline.
Product Scope and Earlier Scope Clarification
The latest notice deals specifically with the questionnaire filing timeline and does not modify the product scope of the investigation. In an earlier scope clarification, DGTR addressed the scope of the product under investigation and provided specific exclusions, including:
- PET film specifically used for solar panel manufacturing, subject to the applicable actual-user conditions and undertakings
- Finished thermal lamination film
The earlier clarification also adopted a Product Control Number (PCN) methodology based on metallization type and thickness bands. The latest extension notice confirms that these scope and PCN arrangements remain unchanged.
Businesses should not interpret the deadline extension as a change in the products covered by the investigation.
Why Are the Questionnaire Responses Important?
Questionnaire responses are a critical part of an anti-dumping investigation because they provide DGTR with information required for its examination of the relevant economic and commercial issues. Depending on the stakeholder category, the responses may provide information concerning:
- Export prices and transaction details
- Production and cost information
- Import volumes and prices
- Product usage
- Market conditions
- Impact on downstream industries
- Economic interest of stakeholders
- Other information relevant to the investigation
A stakeholder should not treat the questionnaire as a routine administrative filing. Incomplete, inconsistent or inadequately supported information can affect how its position and commercial interests are considered during the investigation.
Who Should Take Action?
The revised deadline is particularly relevant to the following stakeholders:
Producers and exporters supplying PET Film above 100 microns from the countries under investigation should ensure that their EQR is completed and submitted by 10 September 2026, where applicable.
Importers sourcing the subject PET/BOPET film from China PR, Singapore, Thailand or UAE should review whether they are required to participate and submit the applicable IQR.
Downstream users of PET film should consider whether their interests may be affected and ensure that relevant information is submitted through the applicable UQR/EIQ route. This is particularly relevant for businesses relying on the product exclusions established under the earlier scope clarification.
Business Impact of the Deadline Extension
The immediate impact of the DGTR notice is procedural rather than financial. There is currently:
- No anti-dumping duty recommendation under this notice
- No final determination of dumping
- No final determination of injury
- No change in the countries under investigation
- No change to the product scope or PCN methodology
The key change is the extension of the questionnaire filing deadline to 10 September 2026, with no additional extension available. Businesses in the PET film supply chain should focus on completing their submissions while continuing to monitor subsequent developments.
What Should Importers and Exporters Do Now?
Review product specifications, thickness, metallization characteristics and intended use to determine whether the imported or exported PET film falls within the scope.
Identify whether the business is required to submit an EQR, IQR, UQR or EIQ, depending on its role in the investigation.
Businesses dealing in solar-panel PET film or finished thermal lamination film should carefully review the applicable exclusions and supporting conditions.
Ensure that information submitted to DGTR is accurate, internally consistent and supported by appropriate commercial and accounting records.
The applicable questionnaire response should be submitted by 10 September 2026. Given DGTR’s express statement that no further extension will be granted, stakeholders should not assume that additional time will be available.
Current Status of the Investigation
The DGTR proceeding remains at the questionnaire response stage. The latest notice does not make any finding regarding:
- Whether dumping has occurred
- Whether the domestic industry has suffered injury
- Whether injury is likely to continue or recur
- Whether anti-dumping duty should ultimately be imposed
Any such conclusions will depend on the subsequent stages of the investigation and DGTR’s examination of the evidence placed on record. Interested parties should continue monitoring DGTR communications for future developments, including preliminary findings.
How Omega QMS Can Help
Omega QMS assists businesses with India’s regulatory and trade-remedy framework, including anti-dumping investigations, DGTR proceedings, import compliance, customs matters and trade-related regulatory requirements.
For businesses affected by the PET Film anti-dumping investigation, our support can include:
- Reviewing whether products fall within the investigation scope
- Understanding applicable product exclusions
- Assisting with EQR, IQR, UQR and EIQ preparation
- Reviewing commercial and technical information
- Supporting questionnaire response preparation
- Tracking DGTR procedural deadlines
- Assisting businesses in responding to DGTR requirements
- Providing regulatory and trade-remedy compliance support
Given the 10 September 2026 final questionnaire deadline, affected stakeholders should initiate their review and filing preparations without delay.
Conclusion
DGTR has extended the deadline for filing applicable questionnaire responses in the anti-dumping investigation concerning PET Film above 100 microns from China PR, Singapore, Thailand and UAE. The revised deadline is 10 September 2026, covering the applicable EQR, IQR, UQR and EIQ submissions, and DGTR has clearly stated that no further extension will be granted.
Importantly, the notice is procedural only. It does not introduce any anti-dumping duty, nor does it contain findings on dumping or injury. The earlier product scope and PCN methodology remain unchanged.
For producers, exporters, importers and domestic users connected with the PET/BOPET film supply chain, the immediate priority is to assess their position, prepare the applicable response and ensure timely filing before the final deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the new deadline for the PET Film anti-dumping questionnaire?
The revised deadline for filing applicable questionnaire responses is 10 September 2026.
2. Which questionnaires are covered by the extension?
The extension covers the applicable Exporter’s Questionnaire (EQR), Importer’s Questionnaire (IQR), User’s Questionnaire (UQR), and Economic Interest Questionnaire (EIQ).
3. Which countries are covered by the PET Film anti-dumping investigation?
The investigation covers PET Film above 100 microns originating in or exported from China PR, Singapore, Thailand and UAE.
4. Will DGTR provide another extension after 10 September 2026?
No. DGTR has expressly stated that no further extension of time will be granted.
5. Has DGTR imposed anti-dumping duty on PET Film through this notice?
No. The notice is procedural and only extends the questionnaire filing deadline. It does not contain findings on dumping, injury or any duty recommendation.
6. Has the product scope been changed through this extension notice?
No. The notice does not alter the previously clarified product scope or PCN methodology.
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Official Reference: Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India. F. No. 6/29/2026-DGTR, dated 3 September 2026.
Subject: Anti-dumping Investigation Concerning Imports of “Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Film above 100 microns” originating in or exported from China PR, Singapore, Thailand and UAE.
Disclaimer: This article is intended for general regulatory and informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice.
