Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Commerce of China has initiated a countervailing investigation into dairy products imported from the European Union, concluding that these products are subsidized and have caused substantial harm to the domestic dairy industry [1][2]. Group 1: Investigation and Findings - The investigation was launched on August 21, 2024, and the preliminary ruling on December 22, 2025, confirmed the existence of subsidies and the causal relationship between these subsidies and the harm to the domestic industry [1]. - The final ruling determined that the imported dairy products from the EU are indeed subsidized, causing significant damage to China's domestic dairy industry [1]. Group 2: Countervailing Measures - The Ministry of Commerce proposed to impose countervailing duties on the imported dairy products, which will be effective from February 13, 2026 [2]. - The countervailing duties will be calculated based on the customs-determined taxable price of the imported goods [6]. Group 3: Product Description - The products under investigation include various dairy products such as fresh cheese, processed cheese, and other specified dairy items, categorized under specific tariff codes [5]. Group 4: Tax Collection and Refunds - Importers will be required to pay the countervailing duties upon importation, and there will be a retrospective collection of duties for products imported between December 23, 2025, and February 12, 2026 [7][8]. - Any excess temporary countervailing duty deposits will be refunded, while any shortfall will not be collected [8]. Group 5: Duration and Review - The countervailing duties will be in effect for five years starting from February 13, 2026 [9]. - Stakeholders have the right to request a review of the countervailing duties during this period [10].
商务部公告2026年第9号 公布对原产于欧盟的进口相关乳制品反补贴调查的最终裁定
Shang Wu Bu Wang Zhan·2026-02-12 07:56