This article was automatically translated from HIBAPRESS, the Arabic version:
Heba Press
As part of strengthening the protection of domestic industry against dumping trade practices, the Customs and Excise Administration has decided to impose definitive anti-dumping duties on electric ovens imported from Turkey.
Application of anti-dumping duties
The decision, which is based on Joint Directive No. 1443.24 issued on December 24, 2024 by the Ministers of Industry and Trade, Economy and Finance, provides for the application of anti-dumping duties in two stages.
The first phase includes the imposition of temporary fees of up to 34.05% on electric ovens issued by the Turkish company Itimat and 62.07% on products of other Turkish companies, for a period of six months.
As for the second stage, it concerns the definitive fees which will be applied for a period of five years and include portable electric ovens with a capacity not exceeding 70 liters and intended for domestic use.
Customs administration
The exclusive application of these fees to specific ovens was in accordance with the official document, which confirms that they do not include other products such as air fryers, as this specification aims to ensure the accuracy of procedures and Do not affect non-targeted device imports. .
On the other hand, the customs administration called on its services to immediately implement the final duties, with the associated value added tax.
Remuneration of importers
The decision also states that importers will be compensated for any financial difference between temporary and definitive duties, to ensure fair and transparent application of these measures.
This measure represents a decisive step to protect domestic industries from the threats posed by Turkish products exported at very low prices, which have weakened the competitiveness of local manufacturers.
