What is Anti-Dumping Duty & Why It Matters for Indian Manufacturers

Anti-Dumping Duty (ADD) sounds complicated, but the idea is simple.

When a foreign company sells a product in India at a price lower than its actual value or lower than what it charges in its own country, it hurts Indian manufacturers. This is called dumping. To protect local industries, the government applies an extra import duty on those products. That extra charge is called Anti-Dumping Duty.

Why does it matter?

• It creates a level playing field for Indian manufacturers.
• It protects jobs and investments in India.
• It gives confidence to produce and scale locally instead of being crushed by under-priced imports.
• It supports the Make in India mission by encouraging domestic production.

ADD isn't about blocking imports. It's about stopping unfair pricing that damages Indian factories and discourages long-term growth.

When pricing is fair, India can compete.
When pricing is unfair, ADD steps in to protect the ecosystem.

If we want strong, self-reliant manufacturing in India, Anti-Dumping Duty isn't just a policy term. It's a shield that safeguards innovation, capacity building, and the future of Indian industry.