Viet Nam has concluded affirmative antidumping investigations on clear float glass and related ceramic and glass products from Malaysia and Indonesia, imposing protective tariffs following findings of dumping and injury to domestic industry.
Viet Nam Imposes Antidumping Duties on Glass
Tariffs target clear float glass imports from Malaysia and Indonesia.
What changed
Affirmative duties imposed on clear float glass imports from Malaysia and Indonesia.
Scope includes HS code 700529 covering clear float glass, surface ground and polished glass.
Measures follow findings of dumping and injury to domestic glass and glassware producers.
Who it affects
Importers from Malaysia of clear float glass must now pay the imposed antidumping duties.
Importers from Indonesia of clear float glass are subject to the new protective tariffs.
Domestic producers of glass and glassware receive protection against dumped imports.
Key dates
Compliance Analysis: Antidumping Measures on Clear Float Glass from Malaysia and Indonesia
Vietnam has imposed definitive antidumping duties on clear float glass and related products originating from Malaysia and Indonesia following affirmative investigations that confirmed dumping and material injury to the domestic industry. The measures took effect on 12 June 2026, with duties collected from 14 June 2026, under Decision No. 1400/QD-BCT1, 2.
1. Legal Basis and Investigation Overview
The investigations were conducted under Vietnam’s Law on Foreign Trade Management (No. 05/2017/QH14) and Decree No. 10/2018/ND-CP (guiding trade remedies), which align with WTO Antidumping Agreement principles. Key procedural details:
- Initiation Date: 18 July 20251, 2.
- Investigation Periods:
- Product Scope: Clear float glass (HS code 700529), including surface-ground/polished glass sheets, excluding wired/colored/opacified glass or glass with reflective layers1, 2.
- Exporting Countries: Malaysia (primary) and Indonesia (secondary), with cross-involvement noted in both investigations1, 2.
2. Dumping Margins and Duty Rates
The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) applied definitive antidumping duties based on individual exporter margins and a residual rate for non-cooperating entities. Rates are structured as follows:
Malaysia (AD22-MYS)
| Category | Duty Rate | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Individual exporters | 41.07% – 54.83% | Dumping margin calculation1 |
| All other exporters | 63.39% | Residual rate1 |
Indonesia (AD22-IDN)
| Category | Duty Rate | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Individual exporters | 32.78% – 43.78% | Dumping margin calculation2 |
| All other exporters | 43.78% | Residual rate2 |
Key Notes:
- Duties are ad valorem (percentage of import value)1, 2.
- No price undertakings were accepted1, 2.
- The publication date (12 June 2026) marks the official imposition of duties, with collection starting two days later1, 2.
3. Injury Determination and Trade Data
While the sources do not provide granular trade data (e.g., DIPDC, DIPTI percentages), the investigations confirmed:
- Material injury to Vietnam’s domestic glass industry during the 4-year injury period (2021–2025)1, 2.
- Causal link between dumped imports and injury, as required under Article 3 of Decree No. 10/2018/ND-CP1, 2.
4. Compliance Requirements for Importers/Exporters
For Importers:
- Duty Payment: Pay definitive antidumping duties at the applicable rate (individual or residual) upon import clearance1, 2.
- Documentation: Retain invoices and proof of origin to verify exporter-specific rates1.
- Customs Declarations: Declare HS code 700529 accurately to avoid misclassification penalties under Decree No. 128/2020/ND-CP (customs procedures).
For Exporters:
- Rate Eligibility: Cooperating exporters may qualify for lower individual rates (e.g., 41.07% for Malaysia) by providing cost/dumping data to MOIT1, 2.
- Non-Cooperation: Exporters failing to cooperate are subject to the residual rate (e.g., 63.39% for Malaysia)1, 2.
5. Regulation Summary Table
| Regulation | Key Requirement | Deadline/Threshold | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decision No. 1400/QD-BCT | Imposes definitive antidumping duties on clear float glass (HS 700529) from Malaysia/Indonesia1, 2. | Effective 12 June 2026 | MOIT |
| Decree No. 10/2018/ND-CP | Requires proof of dumping, injury, and causal link for trade remedy measures1, 2. | N/A | Government of Vietnam |
| Law on Foreign Trade Management | Mandates compliance with antidumping duties during customs clearance1. | Duties collected from 14 June 2026 | National Assembly |
Summary Answer
Vietnam imposed definitive antidumping duties on clear float glass (HS 700529) from Malaysia (41.07%–63.39%) and Indonesia (32.78%–43.78%) under Decision No. 1400/QD-BCT, effective 12 June 20261, 2. The measures follow affirmative investigations confirming dumping and injury to domestic producers, with duties collected from 14 June 20261, 2. No price undertakings were applied, and residual rates target non-cooperating exporters1, 2. Importers must pay duties at customs clearance, while exporters may reduce rates by cooperating with MOIT1. The legal framework derives from Decree No. 10/2018/ND-CP and the Law on Foreign Trade Management1, 2.
Sources
- ↩ trade-remedies.wto.org — investigation / vnm ad22 mys https://trade-remedies.wto.org/en/antidumping/investigations/investigation/vnm-ad22-mys
- ↩ trade-remedies.wto.org — investigation / vnm ad22 idn https://trade-remedies.wto.org/en/antidumping/investigations/investigation/vnm-ad22-idn