Following media reports that emerged at the start of May, the European Commission has finally confirmed that it has launched an anti-dumping investigation to evaluate whether anti-dumping measures are required on the imports of tyres for passenger cars and light lorries from China. This confirmation follows a complaint from the EU tyre industry, which has alleged that Chinese tyres are harming EU tyre producers.
The Statement on the Anti-Dumping Investigation
In its statement, the European Union has confirmed that the investigation will be concluded within 14 months of its launch and that provisional anti-dumping measures may be implemented within eight months if dumping and injury have been established.
The investigation comes after the European Commission completed its review process into the anti-dumping and anti-subsidy measures imposed on certain truck and bus tyres originating from China, with the combined AD-/AS duties imposed ranging from 21.12 Euros to 78.90 Euros per item in January 2025.
Addedly, the National Association of Tyre Distributors and Importers (ADINE) has confirmed as well that it will join the proceedings as an interested party, with the aim of representing and protecting the interests of distributors and importers in the sector, as well as providing its members with updated and verified information.
Óscar Bas, Executive Secretary of ADINE, said the following, “At ADINE, we will take an active role in this process and will provide ongoing updates and timely information to all our member companies. Furthermore, we encourage any company in the sector, whether or not they are currently a member of ADINE, to contact us if they wish to obtain more information, review their situation, or receive specialised guidance during this process. This investigation could have significant economic consequences, and it is essential to be well-informed and supported.”
