Overview

• China has imposed definitive anti-dumping duties on POM copolymer imports, with rates ranging from 3.8% to 74.9%, concluding a probe launched in May 2024.
• The highest tariffs target US imports at 74.9%, with EU, Japanese, and Taiwanese products also facing significant duties.
• POM copolymers, used in auto parts, electronics, and medical equipment, are valued for their ability to replace metals like copper and zinc.
• The announcement follows a 90-day US-China tariff truce agreed on May 12, raising hopes of easing trade tensions despite ongoing systemic trade challenges.
• APEC recently warned of fundamental risks to global trade stability, signaling broader concerns beyond bilateral disputes.