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UK to impose anti-dumping duties on Chinese biodiesel imports

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Posted on November 25, 2025

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LONDON (Reuters) -Britain will apply anti-dumping duties on biodiesel imports from China after finding they were sold at unfairly low prices, the government said on Tuesday. Britain's body that

UK Sets Anti-Dumping Duties on Biodiesel from China

LONDON (Reuters) -Britain will apply anti-dumping duties on biodiesel imports from China after finding they were sold at unfairly low prices, the government said on Tuesday.

Britain's body that investigates unfair trade practices recommended the measures after concluding that Chinese biodiesel caused material injury to British producers, including Argent Energy and Olleco.

The duties, effective from November 25, will be 14.79% for the Zhuoyue Group and non-sampled cooperating exporters, and 54.64% for all others.

(Reporting by Sam Tabahriti; editing by Sarah Young)

Key Takeaways

  • UK to impose duties on Chinese biodiesel imports.
  • Duties range from 14.79% to 54.64%.
  • Measures aim to protect British producers.
  • Argent Energy and Olleco affected by imports.
  • Duties effective from November 25.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is biodiesel?
Biodiesel is a renewable fuel made from vegetable oils, animal fats, or recycled cooking grease, used as an alternative to traditional petroleum-based diesel fuel.
What is material injury in trade?
Material injury refers to significant harm caused to a domestic industry due to unfair trade practices, such as dumping, which can lead to job losses and reduced production.
What is the Zhuoyue Group?
The Zhuoyue Group is a Chinese company identified in the article as one of the exporters of biodiesel affected by the UK's anti-dumping duties.

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