Cellulose ether imports from China, S.Korea registered by EU Commission
( October 30, 2026, 08:35 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Imports of certain cellulose ethers from China and South Korea will face EU customs registration, allowing anti-dumping duties to be collected retroactively if the legal conditions are met. The European Commission opened its investigation on Sept. 24 following a complaint from Ashland Industries Nederland, Ashland Specialties Belgium and SE Tylose. Registration will last nine months, according to a regulation published on Friday. Cellulose ethers are thickeners used in food manufacture, pharmaceuticals and construction.The statement is attached. ...
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