Turkish corrosion-resistant steel anti-dumping probe

Summary#

The Canada Border Services Agency extended the preliminary phase of an anti‑dumping investigation into corrosion‑resistant steel sheet imported from Türkiye by Borçelik Çelik Sanayi Ticaret A.Ş.. Under the Special Import Measures Act, the investigation period was lengthened from 90 days to 135 days, so a preliminary decision must be made on or before April 17, 2025.

What it does#

• The Canada Border Services Agency announced on February 26, 2025 that it is extending the preliminary stage of this investigation.
• The normal preliminary time limit of 90 days was extended to 135 days because the case involves complex or novel issues and it has been hard to gather satisfactory evidence.
• The agency must either make a preliminary finding of dumping or stop the investigation for some or all of the goods by April 17, 2025.
• For questions, the notice lists the SIMA Registry and Disclosure Unit with an email contact: simaregistry-depotlmsi@cbsa-asfc.gc.ca.

Who's affected#

• Borçelik Çelik Sanayi Ticaret A.Ş., the Turkish exporter named in the investigation.
• Importers and distributors who bring corrosion‑resistant steel sheet into Canada.
• Canadian steel producers and other domestic businesses that monitor or participate in anti‑dumping cases.
• Customs brokers, trade lawyers and others involved in importing these steel products.
• If unclear: the notice does not list other specific exporters or buyers, so the full list of affected parties is not stated.

Why it matters#

• The extension delays a preliminary ruling on whether these Turkish imports are being dumped and whether duties should be applied.
• That delay prolongs uncertainty for businesses that import or use corrosion‑resistant steel sheet. It could affect sourcing, pricing, and planning until the CBSA issues its decision by April 17, 2025.