Pakistan Initiates Antidumping Duty Investigation into Ibuprofen from the United States and the People’s Republic of China
Pakistan Initiates Antidumping Duty Investigation into Ibuprofen from the United States and the People’s Republic of China
On July 25, Pakistan’s National Tariff Commission initiated an antidumping (AD) duty investigation into imports of ibuprofen from the United States and the People’s Republic of China. 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 records and submit information and comments, ensuring that your views are considered. To register as an interested party in this proceeding, please email khizar@ntc.gov.pk and include the name of your company, your line of business, the name of a designated authorized person, a business address, a telephone number, email, and fax number.
| KEY DATES | |
|---|---|
| Period of Investigation | April 1, 2025 through March 31, 2026 |
| Interested Party Registration Deadline** | August 4, 2026 |
| Deadline to Submit Documents and Comments** | September 7, 2026 |
| Preliminary Determination** | September 23, 2026 |
| Final Determination** | March 22, 2026 |
*If required
**Estimated
Product Under Investigation
The product subject to this investigation is ibuprofen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to relieve pain and fever. The merchandise under investigation is currently classified under tariff code 29163910.
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.