AntiDumpingZölle

AntiDumpingZölle, or anti-dumping duties, are tariffs imposed by a country on imported goods that are sold at a price below their normal value, a practice known as dumping. Dumping is considered an unfair trade practice because it can harm domestic industries by making it difficult for them to compete with lower-priced imports. The purpose of anti-dumping duties is to level the playing field and protect local producers from this unfair competition.

To impose anti-dumping duties, a country's government must conduct an investigation to determine if dumping is occurring and if it is causing material injury to its domestic industry. This investigation typically involves analyzing import prices, production costs, and the financial health of domestic producers. If dumping and injury are found, the duties are calculated to offset the difference between the export price and the normal value of the product. These duties are usually specific to the exporting company or country.

The application of anti-dumping measures is governed by international trade rules, primarily the World Trade Organization's (WTO) Agreement on Implementation of Article VI of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade 1994. While intended to address unfair practices, anti-dumping duties can sometimes lead to trade disputes and may increase costs for consumers and downstream industries that rely on imported goods. Their use is a tool within international trade policy to manage competition and protect national economic interests.