India Extends Anti-Dumping Duty on Black Toner Imports from China, Malaysia & Taiwan for Five Years

The Government of India has extended the imposition of anti-dumping duty on imports of “Black Toner in powder form” originating from China, Malaysia, and Taiwan for another five years. The decision comes following the final recommendations of the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), which concluded that cessation of the existing duty could lead to recurrence of injury to the domestic market.

The notification, issued by the Ministry of Finance on August 4, 2025 (Notification No. 26/2025-Customs (ADD)), states that the anti-dumping duty will be applicable on imports falling under tariff heading 3707 of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975. This duty was first imposed in March 2021 through Notification No. 12/2021-Customs (ADD).

The designated authority, after conducting a detailed sunset review, found that dumping of black toner continues from the subject countries. Withdrawal of duty would likely result in significant price undercutting. Continued imports at dumped prices would harm domestic manufacturers. There is a strong possibility of diverted exports flooding Indian markets if duties are lifted.

As per the notification, the following anti-dumping duty rates will apply:

Toners imported for original equipment manufacturers, MICR toners, color toners, toner in cartridges, and toner in liquid form are excluded from the scope of this duty.

The domestic toner manufacturing industry had long sought the continuation of these duties, arguing that cheap imports were distorting market prices and leading to underutilization of their production capacity. The continuation of this duty is expected to help the Indian industry maintain fair competition and avoid injury from unfair trade practices.

The decision was made under Section 9A (1) and (5) of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975, read with Rules 18, 20, and 23 of the Customs Tariff (Identification, Assessment, and Collection of Anti-Dumping Duty on Dumped Articles and for Determination of Injury) Rules, 1995.

The duty will remain in force for five years from the date of publication in the Official Gazette, unless revoked or amended earlier. Payment will be made in Indian Rupees and will be subject to exchange rates notified under Section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962.

Notification Details

Notification No. 26/2025-Customs (ADD)

Date: 04/08/2025

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