Published: 9 Jul 2026
India Extends Anti-Dumping Duty on Chinese Seamless Steel Pipes and Tubes Until January 2027
The Government of India has extended the anti-dumping duty on Seamless Tubes, Pipes and Hollow Profiles of Iron, Alloy or Non-Alloy Steel imported from China until 27 January 2027, ensuring continued protection for the domestic steel industry while the ongoing DGTR sunset review is completed.
The extension has been notified through Notification No. 16/2026-Customs (ADD) dated 6 July 2026, issued by the Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue). The notification amends Notification No. 64/2021-Customs (ADD) by extending the validity of the existing anti-dumping duty as an interim measure.
Background
The anti-dumping duty was originally imposed in October 2021 after the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) found that Chinese seamless steel pipes and tubes were being dumped into the Indian market at unfairly low prices, causing material injury to domestic manufacturers.
Since anti-dumping duties are generally valid for five years, the existing levy was nearing expiry, making a sunset review necessary to determine whether continued protection is warranted.
What Has Changed?
Through the latest notification, the Government has inserted a new provision stating that the existing anti-dumping duty will remain in force up to and including 27 January 2027, unless revoked, superseded, or amended earlier.
The notification has been issued under Sections 9A(1) and 9A(5) of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975, read with Rules 18 and 23 of the Anti-Dumping Rules, 1995.
Why Is This Extension Important?
This is an interim extension, not the final outcome of the sunset review.
By extending the duty while the review is underway, the Government ensures that the existing protection does not lapse before the DGTR completes its assessment. This helps prevent a potential surge in underpriced imports that could adversely impact domestic manufacturers.
Who Will Be Impacted?
The extension is particularly relevant for:
- Importers of seamless steel tubes, pipes, and hollow profiles from China.
- Domestic steel manufacturers, who continue to receive protection against dumped imports.
- Downstream industries, including oil & gas, infrastructure, construction, engineering, and pipeline projects that rely on seamless steel products.
Businesses importing these products should continue factoring the anti-dumping duty into their procurement and pricing strategies.
What Happens Next?
The anti-dumping duty will remain effective until 27 January 2027 while the DGTR completes its sunset review.
Following the review, the DGTR may recommend:
- Continuation of the anti-dumping duty for another period;
- Revision of the existing duty rate; or
- Withdrawal of the duty if dumping and injury are no longer likely to continue.
The final decision will be implemented through a subsequent notification issued by the Government.
Conclusion
The extension of the anti-dumping duty on Chinese seamless steel pipes and tubes reflects India’s continued commitment to protecting domestic industry while ensuring stability during the sunset review process.
Importers and businesses using these products should closely monitor further DGTR developments and future CBIC notifications to remain compliant with India’s evolving trade remedy framework.
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Sources
Primary Source
Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue), Notification No. 16/2026-Customs (ADD) dated 06 July 2026, amending Notification No. 64/2021-Customs (ADD).
Secondary Source
Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC): Notification No. 16/2026-Customs (ADD)