Anti-Dumping Duty Extended Till 27 January 2027: Key Update Under Notification No. 64/2021-Customs (ADD)
The Central Government has amended Notification No. 64/2021-Customs (ADD) dated 28 October 2021 to extend the validity of the existing anti-dumping duty. Through the latest notification issued under Section 9A of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975, the anti-dumping duty will now remain in force up to and inclusive of 27 January 2027, unless it is revoked, superseded, or amended earlier.
The amendment provides regulatory certainty for domestic industries and importers by ensuring the continued application of the existing anti-dumping duty during the extended period.
Anti-Dumping Duty Extended Till 27 January 2027
The Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue) has issued an amendment to Notification No. 64/2021-Customs (ADD), extending the duration of the anti-dumping duty imposed under the notification.
A new paragraph has been inserted stating that the anti-dumping duty shall continue up to and inclusive of 27 January 2027, unless the Government decides to revoke, supersede, or amend the notification before that date.
This amendment only extends the period of validity and does not alter the existing anti-dumping duty rates, product coverage, or any other conditions contained in the original notification.
Legal Authority
The amendment has been issued under:
- Section 9A(1) and Section 9A(5) of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975
- Rules 18 and 23 of the Customs Tariff (Identification, Assessment and Collection of Anti-Dumping Duty on Dumped Articles and for Determination of Injury) Rules, 1995
These provisions empower the Central Government to impose, continue, review, and amend anti-dumping duties where necessary.
What Has Changed?
The anti-dumping duty imposed under Notification No. 64/2021-Customs (ADD) will now remain effective until:
- 27 January 2027 (inclusive)
unless it is revoked, superseded, or amended earlier by the Central Government.
No Change in Existing Duty
The amendment does not:
- Change the applicable anti-dumping duty rates.
- Expand or reduce the scope of covered goods.
- Modify existing compliance requirements.
It solely extends the period during which the notification remains effective.
Impact on Importers
Importers dealing in goods covered by Notification No. 64/2021-Customs (ADD) should note that:
- Existing anti-dumping duty obligations continue.
- Import cost calculations should continue to include the applicable anti-dumping duty.
- No additional compliance requirements have been introduced through this amendment.
Businesses should continue following the provisions of the original notification until further amendments are issued.
Importance of the Extension
The extension ensures continuity in the application of anti-dumping measures while providing certainty to domestic producers and importers.
For businesses involved in international trade, awareness of the revised validity period is essential for:
- Import planning
- Cost estimation
- Customs compliance
- Contract negotiations
Note:
This amendment only extends the validity of the anti-dumping duty imposed under Notification No. 64/2021-Customs (ADD). It does not amend the applicable duty rates, product scope, or other operational provisions of the original notification. The duty will remain in force until 27 January 2027, unless revoked, superseded, or amended earlier.
Conclusion
The latest amendment to Notification No. 64/2021-Customs (ADD) extends the existing anti-dumping duty until 27 January 2027. Since there are no changes to the duty rates or scope, importers should continue complying with the existing provisions while incorporating the extended validity into their procurement and pricing strategies. Businesses engaged in imports of the covered products should regularly monitor future notifications for any review, amendment, or withdrawal of the anti-dumping duty.
Notification Reference:
NOTIFICATION No. 16/2026-Customs (ADD)
06/07/2026