Announced in Brussels, the move comes after an investigation concluded that low-priced Chinese imports were harming EU producers. While the duty is high, the Commission expects limited disruption to users due to the relatively small and stable size of the market.
The EU has imposed a steep 122.8 per cent anti-dumping duty on Chinese phosphorous acid imports to address unfair pricing and safeguard domestic producers.
Despite China accounting for over half of the ~$20.63 million market, disruption is expected to remain limited due to stable demand, signalling tighter EU scrutiny of trade practices in strategic chemical sectors.
Phosphorous acid is a key input for phosphonates used across sectors like agriculture, water treatment, and pharmaceuticals. The EU consumes about 9,000 tonnes annually, with a market value of €18 million (~$20.63 million), over half previously supplied through Chinese imports.
The decision reflects a targeted trade defence strategy: protecting domestic industry without significantly affecting downstream sectors, while also signalling stricter scrutiny of pricing practices in strategic chemical markets.
ALCHEMPro News Desk (VK)
