China’s Anti-Dumping Investigation on Canola from Canada

The Ministry of Commerce spokesperson addressed questions from reporters regarding China’s anti-dumping investigation on canola originating from Canada.

Initiation of the Investigation

A reporter inquired about the Ministry of Commerce’s recent launch of an anti-dumping investigation on imported rapeseed from Canada. The spokesperson provided insight into the situation and the considerations behind China’s decision to initiate the case.

There is evidence that Canada has engaged in dumping of canola exports to China, causing substantial damage to China’s domestic industry. In accordance with relevant Chinese laws and regulations and WTO rules, the Chinese investigation authority has decided to initiate an anti-dumping investigation on canola imports from Canada in accordance with the law.

Legitimacy of the Investigation

Anti-dumping investigations are legitimate trade measures that comply with WTO rules to protect domestic industries. China’s anti-dumping investigation on canola imports from Canada is fundamentally different from the discriminatory measures taken by Canada in violation of WTO rules.

Initiation Procedures

According to Chinese law and WTO rules, there are two situations in which anti-dumping investigations are initiated. One is to initiate an investigation upon application by the relevant industry; the other is to initiate an investigation independently by the investigation authority in accordance with its authority. Due to the low concentration of China’s rapeseed industry and the large number of growers involved, it is difficult for the industry to file an application.

In this case, the Chinese investigation authority independently initiates an investigation in accordance with the law on the basis of having sufficient evidence required for filing a case.

Investigation Process

The investigation has just begun and is being conducted in accordance with legal procedures. The investigation authority will follow WTO rules, conduct the investigation in an open and transparent manner, fully protect the rights of all stakeholders, and make a fair and impartial ruling based on the investigation results.