ADD on 2-Ethyl Hexanol Imports Extended Till 26 June 2026

Notification No. 38/2025-Customs (ADD), Dated 25-12-2025

1. Regulatory Background

The Government of India has issued a notification amending the existing anti-dumping duty notification relating to imports of 2-Ethyl Hexanol. The product is imported from or originating in the following regions:

• European Union
• Indonesia
• Korea RP
• Malaysia
• Taiwan
• United States of America

The original levy was imposed under Notification No. 17/2021-Customs (ADD), dated 26-03-2021.

2. Extension of Validity of Anti-Dumping Duty

The amendment clarifies that:

• Notwithstanding anything contained in the earlier provisions,
• The anti-dumping duty imposed on 2-Ethyl Hexanol
• Shall continue to remain in force up to and including 26-06-2026,
• Unless revoked, superseded, or amended earlier by a subsequent notification.

This ensures continuity of the trade-remedial measure beyond the earlier validity period.

3. Scope of Applicability

The continued levy applies to:

• Product – 2-Ethyl Hexanol
• Countries/Regions – EU, Indonesia, Korea RP, Malaysia, Taiwan, USA
• Imports cleared during the extended period, regardless of contract or shipment date

The applicable duty rates remain as specified in the principal notification, unless modified separately.

4. Practical Implications for Importers

Importers and trade compliance teams must:

• Continue to assess and pay anti-dumping duty on imports of the subject goods until 26-06-2026
• Factor the extended ADD into landed cost, pricing, and supply contracts
• Ensure correct declaration of:

1. 1. Country of origin/export
   2. Product description and classification

• Monitor any subsequent notifications that may alter or withdraw the duty before the expiry date

Failure to apply the continued ADD may result in short-levy demands, interest, penalties, or reassessment by Customs authorities.

5. Regulatory Intent

The extension reflects the Government’s intent to:

• Maintain protection for the domestic industry against dumped imports
• Ensure predictability and stability in trade-defence measures
• Prevent circumvention and injury during the extended review period

6. Key Takeaway

The anti-dumping duty on 2-Ethyl Hexanol imported from the EU, Indonesia, Korea RP, Malaysia, Taiwan, and the USA will continue uninterrupted until 26 June 2026, unless withdrawn or modified earlier. Importers must apply the duty for the entire extended period in accordance with the amended notification.