The CBSA Launches Investigations into PET from China and Pakistan 

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has launched investigations into the alleged dumping of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin from China and Pakistan and its subsidization by China. 

Overview  

The CBSA announced that it will investigate the dumping of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin from China and Pakistan, based on a complaint by Compagnie Alpek Polyester Canada (Alpek). Whether these goods are being sold at unfair prices in Canada, or being subsidized, will also be investigated. 

The CBSA and CITT (Canadian International Trade Tribunal) will simultaneously look into this matter, issuing a decision by:  

• CITT - May 16, 2025  

• CBSA - June 17, 2025 

The CBSA will send questionnaires intended to collect detailed information on the alleged dumping, to exporters, importers, and, in subsidy investigations, to the foreign government involved.  

Note that provisional duty on imports of dumped or subsidized goods can be imposed by the CBSA following a preliminary decision of injury by the CITT and the CBSA. 

For reference, the full CBSA notice can be viewed here. 

 

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