The EU has notified the application of provisional safeguard measures on grain-oriented electrical steel (GOES). This measure is relevant to Vietnamese steel exporters targeting the European market. The notification was issued by Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade to alert affected industries.
Topic Archives:Remedies
Australia initiates sunset review of anti-dumping measures on galvanized steel from India, Malaysia, and Vietnam
Australia has initiated a sunset review investigation to determine whether to continue anti-dumping measures on galvanized steel imports from India, Malaysia, and Vietnam. The review will assess whether dumping and injury would recur if the measures were revoked.
Brazil issues final decision in anti-dumping investigation on PET plastic imports from Vietnam and Malaysia
Brazil has issued a final decision in its anti-dumping investigation targeting PET plastic products imported from Vietnam and Malaysia. This is a trade remedy measure with direct implications for Vietnamese and Malaysian exporters accessing the Brazilian market.
Public Hearing on Section 301 Investigation of Germany’s Underpayment for Innovative Pharmaceuticals
USTR will hold a public hearing on September 22, 2026 regarding a Section 301 investigation into Germany’s policies related to persistent underpayment for innovative pharmaceutical products. The investigation examines German acts and practices that may constitute unfair trade practices affecting U.S. pharmaceutical market access. This is a formal trade remedy proceeding that could lead to […]
Trade Remedies Notice: Termination of Registration Requirement for Imports of Creamy/White Limestone from Portugal
The UK Secretary of State has published a trade remedies notice terminating the registration requirement for imports of creamy/white limestone originating from Portugal. Registration of imports is typically a precursor to retroactive duty application in trade remedy investigations. The termination signals a change in the status of the ongoing trade remedy measure concerning this product.
Commission imposes provisional safeguard measures on imports of grain-oriented electrical steel
The European Commission has imposed provisional safeguard measures on imports of grain-oriented electrical steel products, using tariff-rate quotas combined with price thresholds. This action targets steel imports and represents a named trade remedy measure with immediate effect.
EU Trade Defence Activity Remains Strong in 2025: Commission Report
The European Commission released a report showing continued high demand for trade defence action in 2025, with an above-average number of investigations opened. The report covers EU anti-dumping, countervailing, and safeguard activity for the year.
EAEU initiates safeguard investigation on imported polymer-coated flat steel
The Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) has launched a safeguard investigation on imports of polymer-coated flat steel. This is relevant to Vietnamese exporters of steel products to the EAEU market.
Indonesia Launches Anti-Dumping Investigation on Galvanized Steel from China
Indonesia’s Anti-Dumping Committee (KADI) has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into imports of zinc-coated (galvanized) steel (BJLS) from China, following petitions filed by two domestic companies including PT Tata. The investigation targets alleged dumping of galvanized steel products in the Indonesian market.
KADI Initiates Anti-Dumping Investigation on Zinc-Coated Steel Imports from China
Indonesia’s Anti-Dumping Committee (KADI) has initiated an anti-dumping investigation on imports of zinc-coated/galvanized steel (BJLS) from China, covering nine HS codes (7210.49.11, 7210.49.17, 7210.49.18, 7210.49.19, 7212.30.12, 7212.30.13, 7212.30.19, 7225.92.90, 7225.99.90) under the 2022 Indonesian Customs Tariff Book. The investigation was announced by KADI Chair Frida Adiati on September 15, 2026.