Anti-dumping probe into wire rod imports

Summary#

The Canada Border Services Agency has opened an investigation under the Special Import Measures Act into the alleged injurious dumping of wire rod imported from China, Egypt and Vietnam. The probe was started on March 8, 2024, and a preliminary injury inquiry will be completed within 60 days.

What it does#

• Opens an anti-dumping investigation into imported wire rod from China, Egypt and Vietnam. The goods are usually covered by tariff lines starting with 7213 and 7227.
• Directs the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) to hold a preliminary inquiry and to decide whether there is a reasonable indication of injury within 60 days of the start date.
• Says that if the CITT finds no reasonable indication of injury, the investigation stops.
• Promises a Statement of Reasons within 15 days after the CITT decision.
• Invites written submissions (representations) from interested parties. To be considered, the CBSA must receive them by July 15, 2024. Submissions should be sent electronically to simaregistry@cbsa-asfc.gc.ca (phone: 613‑948‑4605). Confidential material must be accompanied by a non‑confidential edited version.

Who's affected#

• Importers and traders who bring wire rod into Canada from China, Egypt and Vietnam.
• Canadian producers of wire rod and related steel products, who brought the complaint or may be involved in the inquiry.
• Downstream users (manufacturers and construction businesses) and buyers could notice effects if measures are eventually applied.
• If it is unclear whether a particular shipment or business is covered, those parties should contact the CBSA using the address above.

Why it matters#

• This is the start of a formal review that could lead to further action if injury to the Canadian industry is found.
• If the investigation proceeds beyond the preliminary stage, it could change the costs or availability of imported wire rod for Canadian businesses.
• The notice gives a clear deadline (July 15, 2024) for interested parties to submit evidence or arguments to the CBSA.