Does Morocco have anti-dumping duties on Egyptian carpets?

The post Morocco launches investigation into anti-dumping duties on Egyptian carpets appeared first on HESPRESS English – Morocco News. The Moroccan Ministry of Commerce has launched an investigation into the anti-dumping duties on carpets and floor coverings imported from Egypt, following a request from the company Oriental Weavers.

Are Morocco's anti-dumping duties still valid in 2022?

The Moroccan Ministry of Commerce has launched an investigation into the anti–dumping duties on carpets and floor coverings imported from Egypt, following a request from the company Oriental Weavers. This partial review aims to assess whether the economic conditions that led to the imposition of these duties in 2022 are still valid.

Why is anti-dumping a problem in Egypt?

The Egyptian company Oriental Weavers, a major player in the sector, argues that the situation has changed, particularly due to strategic investments and reduced production costs. According to them, this makes the continued application of the anti–dumping duty unnecessary.

Why does Egypt have a 35.33% anti-dumping duty?

Since then, a 35.33% anti-dumping duty has been applied to Egyptian imports to protect Moroccan producers from what was seen as unfair competition. The Egyptian company Oriental Weavers, a major player in the sector, argues that the situation has changed, particularly due to strategic investments and reduced production costs.

Will anti-dumping duties be suspended after a 15 month investigation?

According to them, this makes the continued application of the anti-dumping duty unnecessary. The investigation, which will last 15 months, could lead to a temporary suspension of the duties, with an equivalent deposit being collected in the meantime to avoid influencing the investigation’s outcome.