商务部：对原产于美欧韩日泰的进口苯酚继续征收反倾销税

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Commerce of China has announced the final review ruling on anti-dumping measures applicable to imported phenol from the United States, EU, South Korea, Japan, and Thailand, indicating that if these measures are terminated, the likelihood of continued or renewed dumping and potential harm to the Chinese phenol industry remains significant [2][3]. Group 1: Anti-Dumping Measures - The anti-dumping duties were initially imposed on September 6, 2019, with rates ranging from 10.6% to 287.2% depending on the country and company [1]. - The Ministry of Commerce has recommended the continuation of anti-dumping measures, which will be effective from August 29, 2025, for another five years [3]. - The specific anti-dumping tax rates for various companies are as follows: - U.S. companies: 244.3% to 287.2% - EU companies: 30.4% - South Korean companies: 12.5% to 23.7% - Japanese companies: 19.3% to 27.0% - Thai companies: 10.6% to 28.6% [4][5][6]. Group 2: Product Information - Phenol is described as a colorless crystalline substance at room temperature, soluble in various organic solvents, and has strong corrosive properties [4]. - It is a crucial organic chemical raw material used in the production of phenolic resins, bisphenol A, caprolactam, and other industrial materials, with applications in synthetic fibers, plastics, pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and more [4]. Group 3: Legal and Administrative Procedures - Importers of phenol from the specified countries will be required to pay the corresponding anti-dumping duties starting from August 29, 2025, calculated based on the customs-determined taxable price [7]. - The ruling allows for administrative review or legal action against the decision if parties are dissatisfied [7].