CBIC Imposes Anti-Dumping Duty on Liquid Epoxy Resins

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Dated: 19.11.2025

CBIC Imposes Anti-Dumping Duty on Liquid Epoxy Resins

In a significant move to safeguard the interests of the domestic industry, the Government of India has announced the imposition of anti-dumping duties on imports of Liquid Epoxy Resins (LER) originating from China PR, Korea RP, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, and Thailand. This decision, published in the Gazette of India on November 17, 2025, aims to counteract the adverse effects of dumping practices that have been causing material injury to Indian manufacturers.

What Are Liquid Epoxy Resins?

Liquid Epoxy Resins (LER), identified by CAS numbers 25068-38-6 and 1675-54-3 under EU’s REACH regulations, are widely used in industries such as construction, electronics, and automotive for their adhesive and protective properties. The notification specifies that the anti-dumping duty applies to LER with an equivalent weight limited to ≤ 250 g/eq, excluding solid, semi-solid, solution, waterborne, blended, modified, and brominated solvent epoxy resins.

Why the Anti-Dumping Duty?

The designated authority, in its final findings dated August 18, 2025, concluded that:

Dumping Practices: LER has been exported to India at prices below normal value, leading to dumping.
Material Injury: This dumping has caused significant harm to the domestic industry, including price undercutting and reduced profitability.
Need for Protection: Imposing anti-dumping duties is essential to mitigate the injury and ensure fair competition for Indian manufacturers.

Details of the Anti-Dumping Duty 

The anti-dumping duty is applicable for five years from the date of publication of the notification, unless revoked, superseded, or amended earlier. The duty rates vary based on the country of origin, country of export, and producer. Below are some key highlights:

China PR: Duties range from USD 37/MT for specific producers to USD 258/MT for others.
Korea RP: Duties range from USD 184/MT to USD 483/MT depending on the producer.
Saudi Arabia: A flat duty of USD 175/MT is imposed.
Thailand: Duties range from USD 119/MT to USD 331/MT.
Taiwan: A flat duty of USD 115/MT is imposed.

The duty is payable in Indian currency, with the applicable exchange rate determined by the Government of India under the Customs Act, 1962.

Implications for the Industry

This move is expected to provide much-needed relief to Indian manufacturers of Liquid Epoxy Resins, enabling them to compete on a level playing field. By curbing unfair trade practices, the government aims to foster a healthier domestic market and encourage local production.

Conclusion

The imposition of anti-dumping duties on Liquid Epoxy Resins underscores India’s commitment to protecting its domestic industries from the adverse effects of dumping. This proactive measure not only supports local manufacturers but also ensures fair trade practices in the global market. As the duties take effect, it will be interesting to observe their impact on the industry and the broader economy.

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

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