CBIC Revised Anti-Dumping Duty on Decor Paper Imports from China

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Dated: 26.06.2025

CBIC Revised Anti-Dumping Duty on Decor Paper Imports from China

In a move to maintain fair trade practices and protect the domestic paper laminates industry, the Government of India has revised the anti-dumping duty on imports of Decor Paper originating from the People’s Republic of China, through Notification No. 19/2025-Customs (ADD) dated 24th June 2025. This amendment follows a mid-term review conducted by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), culminating in revised duty rates based on exporters and product specifications.

Background

Anti-dumping duty on decor paper from China was initially imposed via Notification No. 77/2021-Customs (ADD) dated 27th December 2021. The DGTR initiated a mid-term review under Rule 23 of the Customs Tariff (Anti-Dumping) Rules, 1995 to assess the continued need for duty and recommend adjustments. Final findings were notified by DGTR on 25th March 2025, leading to this latest revision.

Product Under Consideration

The subject goods are decor paper (also known as base paper for laminates), typically used in:

High Pressure Laminates (HPL)
Low Pressure Laminates (LPL)
Print base paper and coating base paper
Surfacing and barrier papers

Key technical specifications include:

GSM: 40–130
Klemm absorbency: ≥ 12 mm/10 min
Wet tensile strength: 6–12 N/15 mm
Gurley porosity: 10–40 sec/100 ml

Excluded: Printed decor paper under HS Code 4811.

Revised Anti-Dumping Duty Structure

The revised duty applies to imports under tariff items 4805 9100 and 4802 2090. Key highlights include:

S.No.	Exporter from China	Anti-Dumping Duty	Unit	Currency
1	Shandong Boxing Ouhua Special Paper Co. Ltd.	USD 110	MT	USD
2	Zibo OU-MU Special Paper Co. Ltd.	USD 110	MT	USD
3	Hangzhou Huawang New Material Tech. Co. Ltd.	USD 297	MT	USD
4	All other Chinese exporters	USD 542	MT	USD
5	Any exporter from other countries exporting from China	USD 542	MT	USD

Legal Authority

The notification has been issued under the powers conferred by:

Section 9A(1) and (5) of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975
Rules 18 and 23 of the Customs Tariff (Anti-Dumping Rules), 1995

Implications for Stakeholders

Indian Manufacturers– The revised duties ensure a level playing field against predatory pricing from Chinese suppliers, preserving local production and jobs.
Importers & Traders– Importers must re-evaluate sourcing strategies, update landed cost calculations and reassess contracts involving Chinese decor paper.
Exporters from China– Only a few identified producers benefit from lower rates (USD 110/MT). All others face a steep duty of USD 542/MT.
Customs Brokers & Legal Advisors– Clients may require guidance on classification, exemptions, or reviews in light of this amendment.

Conclusion

The revised anti-dumping duties on decor paper imports from China underscore India’s commitment to protecting its domestic decorative laminates industry from injury caused by dumping. Businesses involved in paper, furniture, interior décor, and related sectors must align with the new regime to avoid compliance pitfalls.

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Source: CBIC, Ministry of Finance, Govt. of India

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