Morocco imposes duties on Egyptian PVC imports

Morocco has reportedly imposed temporary anti-dumping duties on polyvinyl chloride (PVC) imports from Egypt.

The tariffs, which came into effect last week, range between 74.87 percent and 92.19 percent, Morocco World News reported, citing the customs and indirect tax administration.

The move follows an investigation launched on November 27, 2024 at the request of SNEP, Morocco’s top PVC producer.

Preliminary findings revealed evidence of dumping, resulting in significant damage to local producers.

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The effects on Morocco’s domestic production sector were immediate and significant, squeezing the profit margins of local manufacturers, the report said.

Morocco began an investigation in March into the alleged dumping by Egyptian and Emirati producers of galvanised steel wire used in agriculture and industry.