【SMM Steel】Australia starts AD investigation on galvanized steel imports from South Korea, Vietnam

Published: Jun 23, 2026 17:10

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【SMM Steel】Australia's Anti-Dumping Commission initiated an anti-dumping probe on zinc-coated (galvanized) steel from South Korea and Vietnam on June 19, 2026, following an application by local producer BlueScope Steel Limited. The investigation targets five overseas firms: POSCO, Dongkuk Coated Metal, Dongkuk Steel Mill, Hoa Sen Group, and Nam Kim Steel. The dumping probe covers activities from January 1 to December 31, 2025, with injury assessment backdated to January 1, 2022. Involved HS codes: 7210.49.00.55, 7210.49.00.56, 7210.49.00.57, 7210.49.00.58, 7212.30.00.61, 7225.92.00.38, and 7226.99.00.71. The authority will publish the statement of essential facts by October 7, 2026, and deliver the final determination to the Minister for Industry, Innovation and Science by November 23, 2026.

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