CBIC Extends Anti-Dumping Duty on Aniline Imports from China

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued Notification No. 25/2025-Customs (ADD) dated 18 July 2025, extending the imposition of anti-dumping duty on imports of Aniline originating in or exported from China PR. This measure comes in continuation of earlier duties imposed under Notification No. 08/2021-Customs (ADD) and is aimed at protecting the Indian chemical industry from unfair trade practices.

Background

The Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) initiated a sunset review of the existing anti-dumping duties on Aniline imports from China PR via Notification No. 7/10/2024-DGTR dated 24 September 2024. The investigation, conducted under Section 9A(5) of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975 and the Anti-Dumping Rules, 1995, concluded with final findings issued on 22 April 2025.

DGTR’s investigation revealed the following:

Continued dumping of Aniline from China PR
Injury to the domestic industry due to dumped imports
Strong likelihood of recurrence of dumping and injury if duties are revoked
Potential diversion of Chinese exports to India if existing measures cease

Notification Highlights

Notification No. 25/2025-Customs (ADD) imposes anti-dumping duty on Aniline (Tariff Subheading 2921 41), as detailed below:

SN	Country of Origin	Exporting Country	Producer	Duty (US$/MT)
1	China PR	Any country (including China PR)	Wanhua Chemical Group Co., Ltd.	36.90
2	China PR	Any country (including China PR)	All other producers/exporters	121.79
3	All others	China PR	Any	121.79

Currency: US Dollar
Tenure: Five years from date of publication (unless earlier revoked or amended)
Payable in: Indian Rupees as per exchange rate notified under Section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962

Impact on Industry

Domestic producers of Aniline benefit from continued protection against unfairly priced imports.
Importers must factor in the additional landed cost due to the extended duty.
Ensures a level playing field for Indian manufacturers while discouraging market distortions.

Legal & Trade Implications

The continuation reinforces India’s commitment to WTO-compliant trade remedy measures.
Importers must reassess sourcing strategies and contracts to account for anti-dumping duties.
Exporters from China PR face differentiated rates depending on whether they are specified producers or not.

Conclusion

The reimposition of anti-dumping duties on Aniline imports from China PR through Notification No. 25/2025-Customs (ADD) underscores India’s proactive approach to safeguarding its chemical industry. Stakeholders must stay vigilant about compliance, pricing strategies, and DGTR updates.

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

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