India PET Film Hit With 24% Duty for Dumping
Published Date: 7/8/2026
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Department of Commerce found that Cosmo First Limited from India sold PET film, sheet, and strip at unfairly low prices between July 2023 and June 2024. Because of this, they’re hitting Cosmo with a 24.14% antidumping duty to level the playing field. This change starts July 8, 2026, and could affect import costs and prices for U.S. businesses and buyers.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Cash Deposit Requirements for Shipments
For shipments of the subject merchandise entered or withdrawn for consumption on or after the publication date (July 8, 2026), the cash deposit rate for Cosmo will be 24.14 percent. The cash deposit rate for all other producers or exporters remains 5.71 percent unless a different company-specific rate applies from prior segments.
24.14% Antidumping Duty on Cosmo First
The Department of Commerce assigned Cosmo First Limited a 24.14% weighted-average antidumping duty for sales of PET film from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. This duty determination is effective July 8, 2026 and Commerce will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection to assess duties on appropriate entries.
Importer Certificate Requirement — Reimbursements
Importers must file a certificate regarding reimbursement of antidumping duties prior to liquidation of the relevant entries during this review period under 19 CFR 351.402(f)(2). If importers fail to file this certificate, Commerce may presume reimbursement occurred and assess double antidumping duties.
Possible Higher Costs for U.S. Buyers
The notice states this change could affect import costs and prices for U.S. businesses and buyers. If importers pass on higher duties, businesses and consumers who buy products using PET film may face higher prices.
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