Egypt has extended and adjusted anti-dumping duties on imports of sulfonated naphthalene formaldehyde (SNF) from Russia and China, a key superplasticizer used in construction and concrete. The decision, effective from January 28, 2026, until April 16, 2030, aims to protect local industry from continued or recurring dumping, directly impacting global chemical suppliers and importers targeting the Egyptian market.
Duty adjustments and scope
Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, Engineer Hassan El-Khatib, issued Decree No. 23 of 2026, amending the final anti-dumping duties originally set under Decree No. 213 of 2020. The revised rates range from 33.4% to 36.4% of CIF value, with a minimum of $212.65 to $248.5 per metric ton for Russian exporters, and 10.7% to 35.6% of CIF value, with a minimum of $65.5 to $221.9 per metric ton for Chinese exporters. The product falls under HS code 382440, and also under 290410.
Investigation and industry support
The decision follows a final review investigation by the Egyptian Trade Remedies Authority (the investigating authority), prompted by a substantiated request from local producer Sprea Egypt for Chemicals and Plastics, which represents 86% of domestic SNF output. The authority concluded that lifting the duties would likely lead to continued or renewed dumping and material injury to the local industry.
Compliance and logistics signals
Importers and distributors should note that the duties apply to all SNF shipments originating from or exported from Russia and China, regardless of the customs tariff line. The Egyptian Customs Authority and the World Trade Organization have been notified. The duties are effective from the publication date of Decree No. 23 of 2026 in the Egyptian Official Gazette (Issue No. 23, Supplement A, dated January 28, 2026) and will remain in force until April 16, 2030.
China sourcing context
Chinese exporters face a wider range of duty rates (10.7% to 35.6%) compared to Russian exporters, reflecting varying levels of cooperation during the investigation. The authority conducted on-site verification visits to cooperating Chinese companies, underscoring the importance of compliance for suppliers seeking to maintain access to the Egyptian market. The duties are expected to encourage local production and investment, with the number of domestic SNF plants increasing to three.
Source: Read the original report | Published: February 07, 2026