ADD investigation concerning imports of Certain Flat Products of Aluminium

## Policy Analysis Report: Corrigendum to Anti-Dumping Investigation on Certain Flat Products of Aluminium from China PR **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a corrigendum notification issued by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, concerning an anti-dumping investigation on certain flat products of aluminium originating in or exported from China PR. The corrigendum addresses a minor, but important, error in the final findings of the original investigation, specifically correcting the name of a producer listed in the duty table. This correction ensures the accuracy and enforceability of the anti-dumping duties applied. **2. Introduction:** This report aims to provide a clear and concise analysis of a corrigendum notification (F. No. 627/2020-DGTR) regarding an anti-dumping investigation on imports of certain flat products of aluminium from China PR. The analysis is based solely on the information contained within the provided notification text. **3. Policy Overview:** * **Type:** Amendment (Corrigendum) * **Original Policy:** Final Findings Notification No. 627/2020 dated 07.09.2021 in respect of the antidumping investigation undertaken on subject product Certain Flat Rolled Products of Aluminium. * **Core Objective(s) (as inferred from text):** To rectify an error in the final findings of an anti-dumping investigation to ensure accurate application of anti-dumping duties on imported aluminium products from China PR. **4. Background and Rationale:** The notification is a corrigendum, indicating a need to correct an error within a previously issued document. In this specific case, the reason for the amendment is to correct the name of a producer, "Granges Aluminium Shanghai Ltd.", to "Granges Aluminium Shanghai Co., Ltd." The rationale for this change is to ensure the accuracy and legal validity of the duty table within the original final findings notification, preventing potential challenges or disputes related to the application of anti-dumping duties to the correct entity. This is essential for upholding the integrity of the anti-dumping measures. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** * **Specific Part Changed:** Paragraph 129 of the final findings, specifically the duty table in column no. 6 and row no. 4. * **New Rule/Provision:** The name of the producer "Granges Aluminium Shanghai Ltd." is substituted with "Granges Aluminium Shanghai Co., Ltd.". * **Difference/Effect of Change:** The change ensures the correct legal name of the producer is listed in the duty table. The effect of this change is to ensure that any anti-dumping duties imposed on this producer are legally enforceable and correctly applied to the accurate business entity. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The primary target audience and stakeholders affected by this corrigendum include: * **Importers of Certain Flat Products of Aluminium from China PR:** As the duty table is being corrected, importers need to be aware of the accurate name of the producer to ensure correct application of anti-dumping duties. * **Granges Aluminium Shanghai Co., Ltd.:** The corrected entity is directly impacted by the anti-dumping duties and needs to be aware of the accurate listing of their company name. * **Customs Authorities:** Responsible for the implementation and enforcement of anti-dumping duties. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** * Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) * Customs Authorities (for enforcement) * **Timelines/Procedures:** The corrigendum is effective immediately upon publication. Customs authorities are expected to update their records accordingly. * **Amendment Specific Implementation:** Customs authorities are expected to utilize the corrected name "Granges Aluminium Shanghai Co., Ltd." when applying anti-dumping duties relating to the original investigation findings. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The intended outcome of this specific change is to: * Ensure the legal validity and enforceability of anti-dumping duties applied to products from Granges Aluminium Shanghai Co., Ltd. * Prevent legal challenges based on discrepancies in the producer's name. * Maintain the integrity of the anti-dumping measures imposed on imports of certain flat products of aluminium from China PR. * Provide clarity and certainty for importers and the producer regarding the application of anti-dumping duties. **9. Conclusion:** The corrigendum notification represents a minor but crucial adjustment to the final findings of the anti-dumping investigation on certain flat products of aluminium from China PR. By correcting the name of a producer, the notification ensures the accuracy and enforceability of the imposed anti-dumping duties. This correction is significant for importers, the producer in question, and customs authorities, as it removes potential ambiguities and legal challenges related to the application of these duties. The prompt publication of this corrigendum underscores the DGTR's commitment to maintaining the integrity of its trade remedy measures.

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