Date: 21 May 2025
Source: Official Gazette No. 32906
The Turkish Ministry of Trade has published Communiqué No. 2025/7 announcing the initiation of a final review investigation concerning anti-dumping measures on imports of synthetic or artificial staple fibre yarns (kesik elyaf ipliği). The investigation follows an application by major domestic producers and is a continuation of long-standing protective measures.
Scope of Investigation
The investigation targets imports from the following countries:
- China (PRC)
- Indonesia
- India
- Malaysia
- Pakistan
- Thailand
- Vietnam
The product subject to review falls under Turkish Customs Tariff Positions (GTPs) 55.08, 55.09 (excluding 5509.52, 5509.61, 5509.91), 55.10 (excluding 5510.20), and 55.11.
Background
Türkiye has maintained anti-dumping duties on these imports since 2009. The most recent final review in 2020 (Tebliğ No: 2020/8) resulted in the continuation of measures. The current review was initiated due to a formal request submitted by key Turkish manufacturers. These firms argued that lifting the existing duties would likely lead to continued or renewed dumping and injury to the domestic industry.
Existing Measures
The applicable anti-dumping duties currently vary by country and company:
- China: $0.49 to $0.80 per kg
- Indonesia: $0.00 to $0.40 per kg (and specific duties on PT Elegant & PT Sunrise: 3.62% and 5.03%)
- India: $0.29 to $0.39 per kg
- Malaysia: 11.26% to 18.32% of CIF value
- Pakistan: 6.62% to 12.18% of CIF value
- Thailand: 7.79% to 20.24% of CIF value
- Vietnam: 19.48% to 26.25% of CIF value
Legal Basis
The review is conducted under:
- Law No. 3577 on the Prevention of Unfair Competition in Imports
- Decision No. 99/13482
- The Regulation published in the Official Gazette dated 30 October 1999
Key Takeaways for Importers & Exporters
- The existing anti-dumping measures will remain in force during the investigation.
- Foreign producers from China and Vietnam must prove that they operate under market economy conditions to avoid higher duties.
- All parties have 37 days from the notification/publication date to respond to the questionnaire and submit comments.
- Failure to cooperate may lead to less favourable outcomes.
This final review marks a critical juncture for both domestic producers and international exporters involved in Türkiye’s synthetic fibre yarn trade. As the investigation unfolds, stakeholders should remain alert to regulatory updates and procedural deadlines. The evolving trade landscape underscores the importance of understanding compliance frameworks and their potential commercial implications.
Disclaimer: This article is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or tax advice.