Malaysia imposes anti-dumping duties of up to 35pc on flat-rolled imports from China, Taiwan, Vietnam

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 — The Malaysian government has imposed provisional anti-dumping duties ranging from 4.41 per cent to 35.06 per cent on flat-rolled products imported from China, Taiwan and Vietnam, effective immediately. The duties will be in place for up to 120 days and are intended to prevent further harm to the domestic industry following a preliminary determination that sufficient evidence exists to warrant further investigation.

The investigation, initiated on July 17, 2026, was prompted by a petition filed by NS Bluescope Malaysia Sdn Bhd on behalf of the local industry. The petitioner alleged that the imports were being sold at prices lower than those in domestic markets, causing material injury to the Malaysian industry. MITI, the Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry, stated that the preliminary determination was made under Section 23 of the Countervailing and Anti-Dumping Duties Act 1993.

The government opted to impose provisional measures through anti-dumping duties secured by guarantees equal to the dumping margins. The final determination is expected by March 6, 2027, according to the statement.