The EU will review anti-dumping duties on pipes from Belarus, Russia, and China

A decision is expected within 12 to 15 months

The European Commission (EC) has launched a review of the validity period of anti-dumping measures on imports of welded tubes and pipes from Belarus, China, and Russia. The relevant notice was published in the Official Journal of the EU on April 17.

The investigation was initiated following a complaint filed by the European Steel Pipe Manufacturers Association on January 16. The complaint stated that the removal of existing duties could lead to a resumption of dumping and cause harm to the European industry.

The review covers products made of carbon or non-alloy steel—welded pipes with a circular cross-section and a diameter of up to 168.3 mm. At the same time, pipes for oil and gas pipelines, drill casing and pump-compressor pipes, precision products, and products for the aviation industry have been excluded from the scope of the investigation.

The European Commission will assess whether dumping and harm to producers will continue or recur if the measures are lifted. The investigation period covers 2025, while the analysis of harm to the industry will be based on data from 2022.

The procedure is expected to last 12 to 15 months. Based on the results, Brussels will determine the appropriateness of extending the current restrictions, which is important for maintaining a competitive balance in the EU’s pipe products market.

As a reminder, in late March, the EC launched a new investigation to assess whether protective measures are needed regarding imports of grain-oriented electrical steel (GOES). According to the statement, EU-based producers of this product are facing intense import pressure from third countries, particularly China, especially against the backdrop of growing global overcapacity.