商务部：对原产于美国、韩国和欧盟的进口三元乙丙橡胶继续实施反倾销措施

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Commerce of China has announced the initiation of a final review investigation into anti-dumping measures applicable to imported Ethylene-Propylene-Diene Monomer (EPDM) rubber from the United States, South Korea, and the European Union, following a request from domestic producers [1][2]. Group 1: Anti-Dumping Measures - The anti-dumping duties imposed on EPDM rubber from the U.S. range from 214.9% to 222.0%, from South Korea 12.5% to 24.5%, and from the EU 14.7% to 31.7%, effective from December 20, 2020, for a period of five years [1][3]. - The review will continue to apply the same tax rates during the investigation period, which starts on December 20, 2025 [3][4]. Group 2: Investigation Details - The investigation period for dumping will cover from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, while the injury investigation period will span from January 1, 2021, to June 30, 2025 [4][5]. - The scope of the review includes the same products as those covered by the original anti-dumping measures, specifically EPDM rubber [5][8]. Group 3: Industry Impact - The applicants, representing the domestic EPDM rubber industry, argue that terminating the anti-dumping measures could lead to continued or renewed dumping and potential harm to the domestic industry [2][8]. - EPDM rubber is widely used in various sectors, including construction, automotive, and electrical industries, indicating its significance in the market [6].