Anti-Dumping Duties Imposed on Low Ash Metallurgical Coke Imports

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Dated: 28.07.2026

Anti-Dumping Duties Imposed on Low Ash Metallurgical Coke Imports

The Government of India has issued a significant notification imposing definitive anti-dumping duties on imports of Low Ash Metallurgical Coke from several countries. This move aims to protect the domestic industry from unfair trade practices and ensure a level playing field for Indian manufacturers. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the notification, its implications, and key details for stakeholders.

Background and Rationale

The Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) conducted an investigation into the import of Low Ash Metallurgical Coke (ash content below 18%) from Australia, China PR, Colombia, Indonesia, Japan, and Russia. The findings revealed:

Dumped Imports: The product was being exported to India at prices lower than the normal value, constituting dumping.
Material Injury: The domestic industry suffered significant injury due to these dumped imports.
Causal Link: The injury was directly linked to the dumped imports from the subject countries.

Based on these findings, the Central Government decided to impose definitive anti-dumping duties to remove injury to the domestic industry.

Scope of the Notification

Product Covered: Low Ash Metallurgical Coke (ash content below 18%), classified under tariff items 2704 00 10, 2704 00 20, 2704 00 30, and 2704 00 90.
Countries Involved: Australia, China PR, Colombia, Indonesia, Japan, and Russia.
Duration: The duty is effective for five years from the date of imposition of the provisional anti-dumping duty, unless revoked or amended earlier.

Anti-Dumping Duty Rates

The notification specifies the following anti-dumping duties (per metric ton, in USD):

Country of Origin	Duty Amount (USD/MT)
Australia	71.16
China PR	128.83
Colombia	118.55
Indonesia	67.50
Japan	42.95
Russia	84.16

Note: Duties also apply to goods exported from these countries via third countries, and vice versa.

Exemptions and Special Provisions

Certain imports are exempt from this anti-dumping duty, provided specific conditions are met:

Ultra-Low Phosphorous Metallurgical Coke: With phosphorous content up to 0.030% and size up to 30 mm, imported for ferroalloy manufacturing, subject to an undertaking and usage verification.
Semi-Coke or Soft Coke: Not covered by this notification.
Specific Size for Blast Furnaces: Low Ash Metallurgical Coke of size 20-40 mm (mean size ~30 mm) imported for use in blast furnaces up to 130 cubic metres for pig iron manufacturing, subject to undertakings and certification from pollution control authorities.

Implementation and Compliance

Currency and Exchange Rate: Duties are payable in Indian currency, calculated at the exchange rate specified by the Ministry of Finance on the date of bill of entry presentation.
Validity: The duty is not applicable for the period between the lapse of the provisional duty and the publication of this notification.

Implications for Stakeholders

Importers: Must assess the impact of additional duties on procurement costs and ensure compliance with exemption conditions where applicable.
Domestic Producers: Stand to benefit from reduced unfair competition and improved market conditions.
End Users: Should monitor potential changes in input costs and supply chain adjustments.

Conclusion

The imposition of definitive anti-dumping duties on Low Ash Metallurgical Coke imports is a decisive step to safeguard the interests of the Indian metallurgical industry. Stakeholders should review the detailed provisions and ensure adherence to the new regulatory framework.

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

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