Initiation of anti-absorption investigation of the anti-dumping duty imposed on imports of Glufosinate and its salt originating in or exported from China PR. (02.03.2026)
Product description – The product under consideration is Glufosinate and its salt, both in technical and formulation form.
HS Codes – The product under consideration does not have a dedicated classification. The product is imported under 38089193, 38089199, 38089391, 38089399, 38089912, 38089991 and 38089999.
Uses – Glufosinate is used in modern agriculture for weed control and versatility across various crops. The primary application is in row crop farming, where it is applied before or during plantation to suppress the unwanted vegetation.
Country involved – China PR
Applicant – Superform Chemistries Limited, UPL Limited, Astral Life India Limited, Swal Corporation Limited, United Phosphorus (India) LLP and UPL Sustainable Agri Solutions Limited.
Period of absorption – 1st January 2025 – 30th September 2025
Past investigation – The original anti-dumping duties on imports of the product from the subject country was levied in 2024.
Facts of the present case – The present applicant was filed pursuant to absorption of anti-dumping duties by the producers from China PR. The export price from China has declined significantly. While raw material prices have declined, the decline in the export price is much higher. The producers from China PR are exporting the product at such low prices not only to India, but also to other countries.
