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The European Union has intensified its controls on imports from China, applying anti-dumping duties that directly impact key products for various industries. Although these measures apply in Europe, they also have repercussions for countries such as Nicaragua, especially for companies that import or are linked to international trade.
What is anti-dumping?
Anti-dumping duties are trade measures that seek to curb the entry of foreign products at unfairly low prices that harm local industry. In the case of the EU, these regulations seek to ensure fair competition against Chinese products with subsidized prices or below the cost of production.
Products under sanction in 2025:
· Fiberglass yarns
As of March 18, 2025, the European Union imposes anti-dumping duties of between 26.3% and 56.1% on fiberglass yarns from China (Implementing Regulation EU 2025/501).
These materials are essential in sectors such as construction, automotive and renewable energy. Their high strength and low weight make them ideal for wind turbines and solar panels.
👉 Important for Nicaragua: Companies that import finished products or raw materials from Europe may see these additional costs reflected in their final prices.
· Headless screws
An essential component for the manufacturing industry. The EU has detected dumping margins of up to 150% in imports from China (EU Regulation 2025/141). Imports have been under registration since January and could face retroactive sanctions.
· Fused alumina
Used in refractory products and metallurgical industries. With estimated dumping margins between 97% and 215%, this import from China has been monitored since February (EU Regulation 2025/260).
· Candles and similar products
Since March 2025, imports of candles, candles and the like have also been under observation. If dumping is detected, sanctions could be applied even retroactively (EU Regulation 2025/511).
How does this affect Nicaraguan companies?
Although the measures apply in Europe, the impact can be felt in Nicaragua in several ways:
· Price increase in European products that use Chinese raw materials with tariffs.
· Changes in import routes, so more efficient logistics planning will be required.
· Possible supplier adjustments if European costs exceed profitability margins.
At ACONISA as Public Customs Service Assistants, we recommend that our clients keep informed and have specialized advice to avoid risks in their logistics and import operations.
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