India pulls several anti-dumping levies on China, others

New Delhi has quietly allowed the expiry of anti-dumping duties on a range of goods from several countries including China, signalling a recalibration in its approach to trade protection.

- Dhirendra Kumar

The withdrawal of duties on key auto components from China comes even as New Delhi and Beijing move to normalize their relations in a world rocked by tariffs and protectionism. Components from China such as axle beams and steering critical for commercial vehicles, trucks and buses, had been subject to punitive tariffs since 2008, with the latest extension lapsing in July, 2023. India has decided not to extend the tariffs since then.

The move was detailed in a filing to the World Trade Organization (WTO) on 7 October, against the backdrop of a steep 50% US tariff on Indian goods. India is looking to reduce input costs for domestic manufacturers and secure critical raw materials and components from China and other countries to support its manufacturing drive.