India Launches Anti-Dumping Investigations Into Thermal Paper, BOPA Film and Antioxidant Imports

India has initiated anti-dumping investigations into imports of thermal paper, biaxially oriented polyamide (BOPA) film, and certain antioxidants following separate complaints filed by domestic manufacturers, according to notifications issued by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) under the Ministry of Commerce.

The investigations cover imports from multiple countries, including China, South Korea, Singapore, Thailand, and the United States, depending on the product category.

Vinati Organics Limited has sought an investigation into imports of certain antioxidants used in the polymer industry from China, South Korea, and Singapore. JPFL Films has filed an application concerning imports of BOPA film, which is used in the packaging industry, from China and Thailand.

The Indian Association of Thermal Paper Manufacturers and Allied Industries has requested an anti-dumping investigation into imports of thermal paper, also known as thermal sensitive paper, from the United States, China, and South Korea.

Separately, ITC Limited has requested a sunset review of the existing anti-dumping duty on decor paper imported from China.

According to the DGTR, the applicants have alleged that dumped imports are causing material injury to domestic producers and have requested the imposition of anti-dumping duties to address the impact of low-priced imports.

The investigations will examine whether dumping has occurred, determine the extent of the alleged dumping, and assess its impact on the domestic industry. If the DGTR concludes that dumped imports have caused material injury, it may recommend the imposition of anti-dumping duties. The Ministry of Finance will make the final decision on whether to impose the duties.

Anti-dumping investigations are conducted under World Trade Organization (WTO) rules to determine whether unfairly priced imports are harming domestic industries. India has previously imposed anti-dumping duties on a range of imported products, including goods from China, to address such concerns.

According to the information provided, China became India's largest trading partner in the 2025–26 fiscal year, with bilateral trade reaching $151.1 billion. India's exports to China increased to $19.47 billion, while imports rose to $131.63 billion, resulting in a trade deficit of $112.6 billion.