【SMM Steel】UK TRA proposes targeted AD measures on S.Korea's hot rolled steel plates

Published: Apr 27, 2026 18:18

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【SMM Steel】The UK TRA released an SEF for interim findings on an AD investigation into S.Korean hot rolled steel plates. The TRA prefers imposing duties only on plates >600mm but <2500mm wide, not the full >600mm scope, due to an Economic Interest Test. Full scope duties would hurt downstream UK industries (renewables, shipbuilding) that depend on imports. Narrow plates are produced domestically. Proposed duties: 7.04-22.27% for narrow plates vs 5.98-24.28% for full scope. Public comments due by May 21, 2026. The injury period: Apr 1, 2021 - Mar 31, 2025; investigation period: Apr 1, 2024 - Mar 31, 2025.

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