商务部：对原产于欧盟乳制品征收反补贴税

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, under the Anti-Subsidy Regulations, focusing on whether the imported dairy products received subsidies and the extent of damage to the domestic industry [1]. - The preliminary ruling on December 22, 2025, confirmed the existence of subsidies and a causal relationship between these subsidies and the harm to the domestic dairy industry [1]. - The final ruling has determined that the imported dairy products from the EU are indeed subsidized and have caused substantial damage to the domestic industry [1]. Group 2: Countervailing Measures - The Ministry of Commerce has proposed to the State Council Tariff Commission to impose countervailing duties on the imported dairy products from the EU, effective from February 13, 2026 [2]. - The countervailing duties will be calculated based on the customs-determined taxable price of the imported goods [8]. Group 3: Product Description - The scope of the investigation includes certain dairy products from the EU, specifically fresh cheese, processed cheese, and other specified dairy products [3][5]. - These products are primarily used for direct consumption or after processing [6]. Group 4: Tax Collection and Refunds - Importers will be required to pay the countervailing duties upon importation, with a five-year implementation period starting from February 13, 2026 [10]. - Temporary countervailing duty deposits made by importers between December 23, 2025, and February 12, 2026, will be converted into countervailing duties based on the final ruling [9][10]. Group 5: Review and Legal Recourse - Stakeholders may apply for a review of the countervailing duties during the collection period according to the relevant regulations [11]. - Legal recourse is available for those dissatisfied with the final ruling or the imposition of countervailing duties [12].