EDANA welcomes definitive duties of 39.8%–48.1%, saying the measures will support fair competition and protect European nonwoven manufacturing capacity.
The European Commission has imposed definitive anti-dumping duties on imports of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) spunbond originating in China, following an investigation into their impact on European producers.
Published on 30 October 2026, the regulation introduces duties ranging from 39.8% to 48.1%. The measures took effect on 31 October 2026 for a five-year period, following provisional duties introduced on 12 May 2026.
Investigation finds injury to EU producers
According to EDANA, the Commission’s final findings confirmed that Chinese imports increased significantly during the investigation period and were sold at unfairly low prices, causing material injury to the EU PET spunbond industry.
The Commission also concluded that imposing definitive measures was in the European Union’s interest.
EDANA, the association representing the nonwovens and related industries, welcomed the decision, saying the duties would help restore fair competition and safeguard European industrial capacity.
EDANA highlights investment and employment
Jacques Prigneaux, Market Analysis & Economic Affairs Director at EDANA, said the decision demonstrated the Commission’s willingness to address unfair trade practices in the European market.
He emphasised that restoring fair competition was important both for protecting EU production and for supporting investment in innovation, sustainability and employment.
The association linked these investments to the EU’s broader industrial ambitions, highlighting the importance of stable competitive conditions for European manufacturers.
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Customs cooperation to support enforcement
EDANA said it would continue cooperating with EU and national customs authorities to monitor the application of the duties.
The association also thanked the European Commission for its investigation and efforts to protect fair market conditions.
