India Initiates Antidumping Duty Investigation into Caprolactam from the United States, the People’s Republic of China, the Russian Federation, and the Kingdom of Thailand
India Initiates Antidumping Duty Investigation into Caprolactam from the United States, the People’s Republic of China, the Russian Federation, and the Kingdom of Thailand
On September 30, 2026, India’s Directorate General for Trade Remedies initiated an antidumping (AD) investigation into imports of caprolactam from the United States, the People’s Republic of China, the Russian Federation, and the Kingdom of Thailand. If an affirmative decision is issued in this investigation, duties may be imposed on subject U.S. exports.
What is an antidumping duty (AD) investigation?
An AD investigation assesses whether foreign goods imported into a country are being sold at less than fair value (below prices or costs) in the domestic market (i.e., being dumped) and whether this is causing or threatening to cause injury to the domestic industry.
How can I participate?
U.S. companies involved in the production, sale, or distribution of the subject goods should register as interested parties as soon as possible. Registration is the first step in protecting your rights in a foreign trade remedy proceeding. Doing so allows you to access the case record and submit information and comments, ensuring that your views are considered. To register as an interested party in this investigation, please follow the instructions included in Sections J and K of the Initiation Notice.
| KEY DATES | |
|---|---|
| Period of Investigation | April 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026 |
| Scope Comments Deadline | October 14, 2026 |
| Registration Deadline | November 5, 2026 |
| Initial Questionnaire Response Deadline | November 5, 2026 |
| Preliminary Determination* | TBA |
| Final Determination** | September 30, 2026 |
*If Required
**Estimated
Products Under Investigation
The product subject to this investigation is caprolactam, a monomer used in the production of nylon-6 chips, which are further processed into yarn and fabric. The merchandise under investigation is currently classified under tariff code 2933.71.00.
A complete description of the scope can be found in Section A of the Initiation Notice.
Contact Us
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Office of Trade Remedy Compliance supports U.S. companies facing foreign trade remedy proceedings (antidumping duty, countervailing duty, and safeguard actions) and ensures foreign governments comply with their international trade obligations. Should you have any questions, please contact TRCS@trade.gov. For more information, visit Office of Trade Remedy Compliance.