Extension of Anti-Dumping Duty on imports of Natural Mica based Pearl Industrial Pigments excluding cosmetic grade

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Dated: 26.08.2026

Extension of Anti-Dumping Duty on imports of Natural Mica based Pearl Industrial Pigments excluding cosmetic grade

The Government of India has issued a significant update regarding the imposition of anti-dumping duties on certain imported goods. Through Notification No. 21/2026-Customs (ADD), dated 21st August 2026, the Ministry of Finance has amended a previous notification to extend the period during which anti-dumping duties will remain in force.

What is Anti-Dumping Duty?

Anti-dumping duty is a tariff imposed by a government on foreign imports that are priced below fair market value. The objective is to protect domestic industries from unfair competition and injury caused by the dumping of cheaper goods into the local market.

Details of the Latest Notification

Issuing Authority: Ministry of Finance, Department of Revenue, Government of India
Notification Number: 21/2026-Customs (ADD)
Date of Issue: 21st August 2026
Legal Basis: The notification is issued under the powers conferred by sub-sections (1) and (5) of section 9A of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975, and in accordance with the Customs Tariff (Identification, Assessment and Collection of Anti-dumping Duty on Dumped Articles and for Determination of Injury) Rules, 1995.

Amendment Summary

The latest notification amends the earlier Notification No. 47/2021-Customs (ADD), dated 26th August 2021. Specifically, it changes the expiry date of the anti-dumping duty:

Previous Expiry Date: 25th November 2026
New Expiry Date: 25th February 2027

This means that the anti-dumping duties imposed under the original notification will now remain effective for an additional three months.

Implications for Importers and Domestic Industry

Extended Protection: Domestic manufacturers will continue to benefit from protection against unfairly priced imports for a longer period.
Importers’ Considerations: Importers of affected goods must account for the extended duty period in their cost calculations and compliance planning.
Policy Continuity: The extension reflects the government’s ongoing commitment to safeguarding domestic industries from injury due to dumping.

Background and Previous Amendments

The principal notification (No. 47/2021-Customs (ADD)) was first published on 26th August 2021.
It has been amended previously, most recently by Notification No. 09/2026-Customs (ADD), dated 22nd May 2026.

Conclusion

The extension of the anti-dumping duty period until 25th February 2027 underscores the government’s proactive approach to trade remedy measures. Stakeholders, including importers and domestic producers, should take note of this change and adjust their strategies accordingly.

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

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