>>Trade frictions against China
贸促〔2021〕0490号预警信息：India made the second anti-dumping sunset review final ruling on China-related viscose staple fibers
7月31日，India's Ministry of Commerce and Industry has issued an announcement，The second Anti-dumping Sunset review on Viscose Staple Fibre excluding Bamboo Fibre originating in or imported from China and Indonesia was made final，It is recommended not to continue to impose anti-dumping duties on the products of China and Indonesia involved。
贸促〔2021〕0491号预警信息：The EU launched the first anti-dumping sunset review investigation on cold-rolled steel plate products related to China
8月3日，The European Commission has issued an announcement，In accordance with the application submitted by the European Steel Industry Association (EUROFER) on 3 May 2021，Initiated the first sunset anti-dumping review investigation on Cold Rolled Flat Steel Products originating in China and Russia。涉案产品欧盟CN（Combined Nomenclature）编码为ex 7209 15 00（TARIC编码7209 15 00 90）、7209 16 90、7209 17 90、7209 18 91、ex 7209 18 99（TARIC编码7209 18 99 90）、ex 7209 25 00（TARIC编码7209 25 00 90）、7209 26 90、7209 27 90、7209 28 90、7211 23 30、ex 7211 23 80（TARIC编码7211 23 80 19、7211 23 80 95和7211 23 80 99）、ex 7211 29 00（TARIC编码 7211 29 00 19和7211 29 00 99）、7225 50 80 和7226 92 00。The dumping investigation period in this case is from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021, and the damage analysis period is from January 1, 2017 - the end of the dumping investigation period。
贸促〔2021〕0492号预警信息：Indian intermediates involving atorvastatin(ATS-8) Initiated an anti-dumping investigation
On August 2, the Indian Ministry of Commerce and Industry announced that in response to the application submitted by the Indian company Arch Pharma labs Limited, it launched an anti-dumping investigation into Atorvastatin intermediates (ATS-8) originating in or imported from China。This case involves products under Indian Customs codes 2932, 2933 and some products under Indian Customs codes 2915, 2916, 2917, 2918, 2926, 2931 and 2934。The dumping investigation period in this case is from April 1, 2020 to March 31, 2021 (12 months), and the damage investigation period is from 2017 to 2018, 2018 to 2019, 2019 to 2020 and the dumping investigation period。The chemical name of the product in question is (4R-Cis)-1,1-dimethylethyl-6-cyanomethyl-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxane - 4-acetate，Other names are ATS-8, ASC-3P, TBIN, cyanoketal compounds and atorvastatin intermediates，The ATS-8 is the most commonly used。Due to the extraordinary circumstances of the current COVID-19 outbreak, interested parties should send an email to adg11-dgtr@gov within 30 days from the date of filing.in, dir13-dgtr@gov.in, dir11-dgtr@gov.in and jd16-dgtr@gov.in) to submit relevant information to the investigating authorities。
贸促〔2021〕0493号预警信息：Japan made the first anti-dumping sunset review final ruling on potassium hydroxide related to China
On August 13, the Ministry of Finance of Japan issued a notice to make the first anti-dumping sunset review final ruling on potassium hydroxide (Japanese: water acidification カリウム) originating in China and the Republic of Korea, and decided to maintain the anti-dumping duty on potassium hydroxide of China and the Republic of Korea, the tax rate is 73.7%和49.The tax is valid until August 12, 2026。The products involved in the case in Hong Kong, China and Macau, China are not subject to the above anti-dumping duties。
贸促〔2021〕0494号预警信息：India has made an anti-circumvention final ruling on Chinese ceramic tableware and kitchenware
8月3日，India's Ministry of Commerce and Industry issued a statement，Ceramic Tableware and Kitchenware (excluding knives and sanitary ware) originating in or imported from China, excluding knives and toilet items) to make an anti-circumvention final ruling，Ruled that the products originated in China were processed and exported to India through Malaysia in order to circumvent India's anti-dumping duties on the Chinese products involved，Therefore, it is proposed to impose a levy on products originating in or imported from Malaysia.The anti-dumping duty of US $32 / kg, which is valid for the same period as the existing anti-dumping measures on the products in question in China。The Indian customs codes of the products in question are 6911 and 6912。
贸促〔2021〕0495号预警信息：Pakistan has made a preliminary anti-dumping ruling on polyester staple fiber related to Taiwan, China
8月4日，The National Customs Board of Pakistan has issued the latest notice of Case No. 59/2021，Polyester Staple Fiber originating or imported from Indonesia, Thailand and Taiwan, China, Not Exceeding 2.0 Denier & Excluding Colored Polyester Staple Fiber and Regenerated Polyester Staple Fiber) made a preliminary affirmative anti-dumping ruling，However, no provisional anti-dumping duties will be imposed on the products involved。The final decision is expected within 180 days。The products in question are used for the production of woven and knitted fabrics of blended yarn and pure polyester sewing thread, excluding 2.0 denier, colored or recycled polyester staple fiber。The case involves Pakistani tax code 5503.Products under 2010。
贸促〔2021〕0496号预警信息：Canada versus ChinaUSB charging fans are recalled
On August 10, Health Canada announced a recall of Trusted USB charging fans made in Taiwan, China。The recall includes 5-inch products with charging cables。The blades of the product may crack or break, separate from the fan and pose a risk of cutting to the consumer。As of August 3, 2021, no accidents or injuries have been reported。Health Canada advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and return it for a refund。
贸促〔2021〕0497号预警信息：Canada has issued a recall of Chinese-made dressing cabinets
On August 11, Health Canada announced a recall of Chinese-made dressing cabinets。The recalled products are white lacquered 3-drawer dressers with round metal tubular legs and SKU # 64.93.96.10, vendor number is Snower-80 3-Chest。After sampling, Health Canada found that the product did not meet the performance requirements of ASTM F2057-19 for clothing storage cabinets。Without equipment to secure the product to the wall, the product may tip over, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the child。As of 29 July 2021, no accidents or injuries have been reported。Health Canada advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and contact Structube to obtain kits to secure the dresser。
贸促〔2021〕0498号预警信息：The United States has issued a recall of Chinese-made locks
On August 11, the U.S. Consumer Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of Chinese-made dormakaba locks (model number: DE8310)。The recalled products may not be able to be opened, potentially causing problems that can't be evacuated in an emergency。So far, we have received 56 lock problems, no injuries have been reported。The U.S. Consumer Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends that consumers contact the company to get the firmware repaired for free。
贸促〔2021〕0499号预警信息：American versus ChinesePacapet floor MATS are recalled
On August 12, the US Consumer Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of Pacapet fluffy pink floor MATS made in China。The recalled products are rectangular, light pink and measure 5 feet by 8 feet。The label on the bottom of the product is printed with "Pacapet", "100% Polyester" and "Made in China".。The product does not meet federal flammability standards for carpets and MATS and poses a fire hazard。So far, no accidents or casualties have been reported。The U.S. Consumer Safety Commission (CPSC) advised consumers to immediately stop using the product and contact Pacapet for a full refund。
贸促〔2021〕0500号预警信息：Luxembourg reported that China's export of tableware sets unqualified
On August 6, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for food and feed (RASFF) news, due to the detection of unauthorized use of bamboo, Luxembourg notified that China's export tableware set is unqualified, and the product has not yet been sold in the notified country, and has been delisted from the market。The type of notification is Subsequent Information Notification and the number is 2021.4192。
贸促〔2021〕0501号预警信息：Spain reported that China's export of chili powder was unqualified
On August 10, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for food and feed (RASFF) news, due to the detection of salmonella, Spain notified that the export of chili powder from China was unqualified, and the product has been forwarded to the destination and physical treatment has been taken。The notification type is Notification of Refusal of Entry and the number is 2021.4262。
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Notice of extension of Anti-dumping Investigation on Imports of polyphenylene ether originating in the United States
On July 26, the Ministry of Commerce announced that according to the provisions of the Anti-dumping Regulations of the People's Republic of China, on August 3, 2020, the Ministry of Commerce issued the annual Notice No. 31, deciding to initiate an anti-dumping investigation on imports of polyphenylene ether originating in the United States。In view of the complexity of this case, in accordance with the provisions of Article 26 of the Anti-dumping Regulations of the People's Republic of China, the Ministry of Commerce has decided to extend the investigation period of this case by six months, that is, the deadline is February 3, 2022。
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贸促〔2021〕0502号预警信息：Pakistan Remind Chinese citizens in Pakistan to pay attention to safety
Recently, the security situation in Pakistan has been grim. Several terrorist attacks have occurred in Pakistan, causing casualties of many Chinese citizens there。The Foreign Ministry and the Chinese Embassy and consulates in Pakistan remind Chinese citizens in Pakistan to be vigilant, strengthen security precautions, reduce unnecessary travel and take effective security precautions。In case of emergency, please report to the police in time and contact the diplomatic and consular missions in Pakistan。Pakistan Emergency numbers:15 (Bandit police), 115 (First Aid)，Mfa Global Emergency Hotline for Consular Protection and Services (24 hours) : +86-10-12308 or +86-10-59913991，Consular Protection and Assistance of the Embassy in Pakistan: +92-315-6060000，Consular Protection and Assistance of the Consulate General in Karachi: +92-311-2311297，Consular Protection and Assistance at the Consulate General in Lahore: +92-315-4130168。
>>Dynamics of global economic and trade friction
贸促〔2021〕0503号预警信息：Kazakhstan will consider imposing a carbon tax on the EU
Recently, Deputy Minister of Energy of Kazakhstan Karagaev said at a media briefing that Kazakhstan is studying the impact of the EU carbon tax on its economy and alternative export solutions。Ka said that it is foreseeable that the EU carbon tax will have a negative impact on the oil and gas industry in oil-producing countries, and the alternative is to shift oil and gas exports to EU countries to China or Southeast Asian countries。At present, Kazakhstan's oil exports are too concentrated in EU countries, and once the carbon tax is introduced, Kazakhstan will consider exporting to other countries。It is reported that the European Union plans toA Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and carbon tariffs will be introduced from 2023 to protect European companies that are required to reduce their "carbon footprint" from "carbon dumping" by other countries。The EU is expected to impose a tariff of $30 per tonne of carbon emissions。Experts believe that the EU carbon tariffs will have the greatest impact on the oil processing, coke and mining industries。
贸促〔2021〕0504号预警信息：Officially signed by the President of PeruCPTPP
On July 21, Peruvian President Francisco Sagasti officially signed the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), ensuring its entry into force in 60 days。The agreement was approved by Peru's Congress a week ago。Sa said that Peru's accession to the CPTPP is conducive to further opening the vast international market in the Pacific Rim region, expanding the export scale of Peru's advantageous products, boosting the progress of Peru's industrial science and technology, and promoting the common economic development of various regions of Peru and enhancing the international image of Peru。
贸促〔2021〕0505号预警信息：The Tanzanian government suspended the issuance of sugar import licences
On August 5, Adolphe Mkenda, Tanzania's Minister of Agriculture, announced at the 7th National Agricultural Stakeholders Conference in Dodoma that the Tanzanian government will stop issuing sugar import licenses from 2022。Mr Mkenda said，Tanzania's annual demand for sugar is 470,000 tons，The annual import volume exceeds 40,000 tons;The sugar shortage is not due to insufficient sugar cane production，It's because the manufacturers don't have enough processing capacity，For example, in 2020, more than 350,000 tons of sugarcane in Morogoro region alone will not be harvested and processed in time;The government is currently working to expand the capacity of existing sugar mills and build new processing plants，And crack down on illegal sugar imports，To promote the development of domestic sugar industry。