The Finance Ministry has extended the validity of anti-dumping duty on Decor Paper imported from China. The levy, which was due to remain in force until December 26, will now continue until March 26, 2027.
Highlights
- India extends anti-dumping duty on Decor Paper imports from China.
- The existing ADD period was due to end on December 26, 2026.
- Duty will now remain applicable until March 26, 2027.
- The Finance Ministry has issued a notification regarding the extension..
New Delhi: The Indian government has extended the anti-dumping duty (ADD) on imports of Decor Paper originating in or exported from China, giving domestic manufacturers continued protection from low-priced imports.
According to the latest update, the anti-dumping duty, which was earlier scheduled to remain applicable until December 26, 2026, has now been extended until March 26, 2027. The Ministry of Finance has issued a notification regarding the extension.
Anti-dumping duty is a trade-remedy measure that can be imposed when imported products are found to be entering the domestic market at dumped prices and causing injury to domestic producers. Such duties are intended to address the price impact of dumped imports rather than operate as a general restriction on imports.
What is Decor Paper?
Decor Paper is primarily used in the furniture and interior-decoration industry. It is commonly used in decorative laminates and surfaces for products such as furniture, cabinets, flooring and other interior applications.
China is an important overseas source of several paper and related products for the Indian market. The continuation of the ADD means applicable imports covered by the measure will continue to attract the additional duty during the extended period.
The extension is particularly relevant for Indian Decor Paper manufacturers as well as importers and downstream industries that use the material. Domestic producers generally view anti-dumping measures as protection against unfairly priced imports, while import-dependent businesses can face higher sourcing costs when such duties apply.
The revised validity means the anti-dumping duty will now remain in place for an additional three months, from December 26, 2026 to March 26, 2027, subject to the terms and scope specified in the Finance Ministry notification.
