DGTR Initiates Anti-dumping Investigation on Belting Fabric from China on SRF Complaint

Purpose of the Notification

· DGTR has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into imports of Belting Fabric made of 80% or more polyester or nylon from China PR.

· The petition was filed by SRF Limited, supported by other Indian producers, alleging injury due to dumped imports.

Product Under Consideration (PUC)

· Included:

o Belting Fabric made of ≥80% polyester or nylon in any combination

o Also known as Rubberized Textile Fabric (RTF) or Conveyor Belt Fabric (CBF)

· Excluded:

o Chafer fabric

· Classification: Falls under HS code 5906 99 90, though not dedicated.

PCN Methodology (Product Control Numbers)

Domestic Industry

· SRF Limited is the main applicant.

· Supported by Grabtech Fabrics LLP, Madura Industrial Textile, and Sanreha Technical Textiles Ltd.

· Applicant claims no affiliation with Chinese exporters or importers.

Basis of Dumping Allegation

· Normal Value: Estimated using Indian production costs due to China PR being treated as a non-market economy.

· Export Price: Based on CIF prices from DG Systems data, adjusted for logistics and financial costs.

· Dumping Margin: Preliminary evidence shows significant dumping margins above de minimis levels.

Injury to Domestic Industry

· Imports have increased in absolute terms.

· Domestic industry faces:

o Price undercutting

o Price depression

o Decline in profitability and return on capital employed

Period of Investigation (POI)

· POI: April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025

· Injury Analysis: Covers April 2021 – March 2025

Procedure & Participation

· Interested parties must submit relevant information within 30 days.

· Submissions must include both confidential and non-confidential versions.

· Regular updates will be posted on the DGTR website.