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Recently, Egypt announced its acceptance of a request to initiate an anti-dumping investigation concerning truck and bus tires originating in or imported from Vietnam. This development poses a significant challenge for Vietnamese exporters, especially as trade remedy risks continue to rise in today’s increasingly complex global trade environment.
Sharp Export Growth – Risk of Anti-Dumping Duties
The product subject to the proposed investigation includes truck and bus tires classified under HS code 4011.20.00.10. According to data from the Egyptian Customs Authority, imports of this product from Vietnam have surged dramatically from USD 7 million in 2020 to USD 36 million in 2024—an increase of 408% over just five years.
At present, similar products from China and Thailand are already subject to anti-dumping duties in Egypt, suggesting that Vietnam may be the next target in the country’s trade remedy strategy.
Egypt to Decide on Investigation Within 7 Days
Under Article 2, Clause 2 of Egypt’s Law No. 161 of 1998 governing trade remedy procedures, the Egyptian investigating authority must decide within seven days from the date of receiving the petition whether to accept or reject the initiation of the investigation.
If accepted, the authority will verify the accuracy and completeness of the information within 30 days before submitting its findings to the Advisory Committee and the Minister of Trade and Industry for a final decision on the initiation.
Should the investigation be initiated, relevant Vietnamese exporters and producers will soon receive a questionnaire, with an initial deadline of 30 days to respond (which may be extended).
Proactive Measures Recommended for Vietnamese Businesses
To effectively prepare for the potential initiation of the anti-dumping case, the Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam (TRAV) recommends the following:
- For industry associations: Promptly notify member companies and closely coordinate with importers in Egypt to monitor updates and developments from the investigating authority.
- For manufacturers and exporters:
- Proactively study Egypt’s trade remedy investigation procedures (not to be confused with those of India).
- Prepare appropriate response strategies and allocate necessary resources in case the investigation is officially launched.
- Maintain regular coordination and information exchange with TRAV to receive timely technical and legal support throughout the process.
To protect their legitimate interests, manufacturers and exporters should familiarize themselves with the procedure and actively contact Vietnamese law firms specializing in anti-dumping and trade remedy for timely assistance.
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