MOFCOM: Initiates an anti-dumping investigation, effective November 6, 2026, into imports of para-aramid filament originating in the EU

On November 6, the Ministry of Commerce issued Announcement No. 57 of 2026, announcing the initiation of an anti-dumping investigation into imports of para-aramid filament originating in the EU. From the date of publication of this announcement, the Ministry of Commerce will conduct an anti-dumping investigation into imports of para-aramid filament originating in the EU. The dumping investigation period determined for this investigation is July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026, and the industry injury investigation period is January 1, 2023 to June 30, 2026. The full text is as follows: Announcement No. 57 of 2026 of the Ministry of Commerce: Initiation of an Anti-dumping Investigation into Imports of Para-aramid Filament Originating in the EU On October 12, 2026, the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China (hereinafter referred to as the Ministry of Commerce) received a formal anti-dumping investigation application submitted by Sinochem High Performance Fiber Materials Co., Ltd. and Tayho Advanced Materials Group Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as the Applicants) on behalf of China's para-aramid filament industry. The Applicants requested an anti-dumping investigation into imports of para-aramid filament originating in the EU. In accordance with the relevant provisions of the Anti-Dumping Regulations of the People's Republic of China, the Ministry of Commerce examined the qualifications of the Applicants, the relevant circumstances of the products applied for investigation, the relevant circumstances of like products in China, the impact of the products applied for investigation on the domestic industry, and the relevant circumstances of the countries and regions applying for investigation. Based on the evidence provided by the Applicants and the preliminary examination by the Ministry of Commerce, the Applicants' production of para-aramid filament meets the provisions of Articles 11 and 13 of the Anti-Dumping Regulations of the People's Republic of China regarding domestic industries filing anti-dumping investigation applications. At the same time, the application contains the content and relevant evidence required for filing an anti-dumping investigation as stipulated in Articles 14 and 15 of the Anti-Dumping Regulations of the People's Republic of China. Based on the above examination results and in accordance with Article 16 of the Anti-Dumping Regulations of the People's Republic of China, the Ministry of Commerce has decided to initiate an anti-dumping investigation, effective November 6, 2026, into imports of para-aramid filament originating in the EU. The relevant matters are hereby announced as follows: I. Filing of the Investigation and Investigation Period From the date of publication of this announcement, the Ministry of Commerce will conduct an anti-dumping investigation into imports of para-aramid filament originating in the EU. The dumping investigation period determined for this investigation is July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026, and the industry injury investigation period is January 1, 2023 to June 30, 2026. II. Products Under Investigation and Scope of Investigation Scope of investigation: imports of para-aramid filament originating in the EU. Name of products under investigation: para-aramid filament, also known as aramid 1414 filament. English name: Para-aramid filament yarns. Product description: Para-aramid filament is a chemical fiber filament made from aromatic polyamide, a fiber composed of linear macromolecules formed by amide groups interconnected at the para positions of benzene rings, in which at least 85% of the amide bonds are directly connected between two para positions of benzene rings. The products under investigation include all types of para-aramid filament products, whether or not subjected to coloring, interlacing, plying, twisting, impregnation, coating, activation treatment, etc. Main uses: Para-aramid filament has excellent properties such as low density, high modulus, high strength, dimensional stability, cut resistance, corrosion resistance, heat resistance, flame retardancy, and insulation. It can be used to produce reinforcing materials for optical fiber and optical cables, bulletproof fabrics, cut-resistant fabrics, tire cord fabrics, automotive rubber hoses, transmission belts, ropes and nets, power battery casings, etc., and is widely used in fields such as optoelectronic communications, rubber products, tire industry, automobiles, safety protection, aerospace, sports and leisure, and environmental protection. The products are classified under the Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China: 54021120, 54026130 and 55011100. Other products under the above tariff headings are not within the scope of this investigation. III. Registration to Participate in the Investigation Interested parties shall, within 20 days from the date of publication of this announcement, register with the Bureau of Trade Remedy Investigations of the Ministry of Commerce to participate in this anti-dumping investigation. Interested parties participating in the investigation shall, in accordance with the Reference Format for Registration to Participate in the Investigation, provide basic identity information, the quantity and amount of the products under investigation exported to or imported into China in this case, the quantity and amount of like products produced and sold, and explanations of affiliation, etc. The Reference Format for Registration to Participate in the Investigation can be downloaded from the sub-website of the Bureau of Trade Remedy Investigations on the Ministry of Commerce website. Interested parties registering to participate in this anti-dumping investigation shall submit an electronic version through the "Trade Remedy Investigation Information Platform" (https://etrb.mofcom.gov.cn), and shall also submit a written version as required by the Ministry of Commerce. The electronic version and the written version shall have the same content and consistent format. Interested parties referred to in this announcement are individuals and organizations as stipulated in Article 19 of the Anti-Dumping Regulations of the People's Republic of China. IV. Access to Public Information Interested parties may download from the sub-website of the Bureau of Trade Remedy Investigations on the Ministry of Commerce website, or go to the Public Information Reading Room of the Ministry of Commerce for Trade Remedy (Tel: 0086-10-65197878) to search, read, transcribe and photocopy the non-confidential text of the application submitted by the Applicants in this case. During the investigation, interested parties may query public information on the case through the sub-website of the Bureau of Trade Remedy Investigations on the Ministry of Commerce website, or go to the Public Information Reading Room of the Ministry of Commerce for Trade Remedy to search, read, transcribe and photocopy public information on the case. V. Comments on the Filing If interested parties wish to comment on the scope of products, the qualifications of the Applicants, the countries (regions) under investigation and other related issues in this investigation, they may submit written comments to the Bureau of Trade Remedy Investigations of the Ministry of Commerce within 20 days from the date of publication of this announcement. VI. Investigation Methods In accordance with Article 20 of the Anti-Dumping Regulations of the People's Republic of China, the Ministry of Commerce may learn about the circumstances from relevant interested parties and conduct investigations by means of questionnaires, sampling, hearings, on-site verification, etc. In order to obtain the information required for the investigation of this case, the Ministry of Commerce usually issues questionnaires to interested parties within 10 working days from the deadline for registration to participate in the investigation specified in this announcement. Interested parties may download the questionnaires from the sub-website of the Bureau of Trade Remedy Investigations on the Ministry of Commerce website. The information inquired in the Questionnaire for Foreign Exporters or Producers in the Para-aramid Filament Anti-dumping Case includes the company's structure and operations, the products under investigation, export sales to China, regional sales, business and financial and other related information, production costs and related expenses, estimated dumping margin and verification checklist, etc. The information inquired in the Questionnaire for Domestic Producers in the Para-aramid Filament Anti-dumping Case includes the company's basic information, information on like products in China, business and related information, financial and related information, and other issues requiring explanation, etc. The information inquired in the Questionnaire for Domestic Importers in the Para-aramid Filament Anti-dumping Case includes the company's basic information, trade in the products under investigation and related information, etc. Interested parties shall submit complete and accurate responses within the specified time. The responses shall include all information required by the questionnaires. VII. Submission and Handling of Information When submitting comments, responses, etc. during the investigation, interested parties shall submit an electronic version through the "Trade Remedy Investigation Information Platform" (website as above), and shall also submit a written version as required by the Ministry of Commerce. The electronic version and the written version shall have the same content and consistent format. If information submitted by interested parties to the Ministry of Commerce needs to be kept confidential, they may request the Ministry of Commerce to treat the relevant information as confidential and state the reasons. If the Ministry of Commerce agrees to the request, the interested party requesting confidentiality shall simultaneously provide a non-confidential summary of the confidential information. The non-confidential summary shall contain sufficient meaningful information so that other interested parties can have a reasonable understanding of the confidential information. If a non-confidential summary cannot be provided, the reasons shall be stated. If the information submitted by interested parties does not state that confidentiality is required, the Ministry of Commerce will regard the information as public information. VIII. Consequences of Non-cooperation In accordance with Article 21 of the Anti-Dumping Regulations of the People's Republic of China, when the Ministry of Commerce conducts an investigation, interested parties shall truthfully reflect the circumstances and provide relevant materials. If interested parties fail to truthfully reflect the circumstances or provide relevant materials, or fail to provide necessary information within a reasonable time, or otherwise seriously impede the investigation, the Ministry of Commerce may make a determination based on the facts already obtained and the best information available. IX. Investigation Period This investigation starts on November 6, 2026 and should normally be concluded before November 6, 2027, and may be extended by 6 months under special circumstances. X. Contact Information of the Ministry of Commerce Address: No. 2 East Chang'an Avenue, Beijing, China Postal code: 100731 Bureau of Trade Remedy Investigations, Ministry of Commerce Tel: 0086-10-65198924 65198176 Fax: 0086-10-65198172 Website: http://trb.mofcom.gov.cn Ministry of Commerce November 6, 2026 This article is excerpted from the Ministry of Commerce; edited by Chen Wenfang, GMTEight.