The European Commission has officially imposed definitive anti-dumping duties on imports of headless screws — including threaded rods, anchor bolts, and U-bolts — originating from China.
The decision follows a formal investigation into unfair pricing practices affecting EU industries and aims to restore fair competition.
Duty Range and Market Scope
i. The anti-dumping tariffs apply at rates between 54.7% and 72.3%.
ii. The affected product segment represents an estimated €500 million market across the European Union.
Key applications of these fasteners include:
• Automotive manufacturing
• Renewable energy systems
• Electrical appliances
• Construction and infrastructure
• Agricultural machinery
Impact on EU Member States
The measures protect domestic production facilities in EU Member States including:
➤ Belgium
➤ Croatia
➤ Czech Republic
➤ France
➤ Germany
➤ Hungary
➤ Italy
➤ Netherlands
➤ Spain
➤ Poland
The action supports EU manufacturers impacted by artificially low-priced imports.
Regulatory Basis and Customs Considerations
The tariffs are based on EU trade-defence rules under Regulation (EU) 2016/1036 on anti-dumping.
Customs authorities will apply duties using designated commodity codes, including:
• CN 7318 15 42
• CN 7318 15 48
Compliance Steps for Industry
Importers and exporters should:
• Review product classifications to determine duty applicability
• Update sourcing and cost forecasts to reflect applied tariffs
• Monitor the Official Journal of the EU for further updates
The ruling is definitive, meaning tariffs are immediately enforceable and long-term.
Reference: European Commission Press Release
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