High anti-dumping duty on Chinese porcelain

26 February 2026

Importers of Chinese tableware and kitchenware with porcelain elements face important changes to their import declarations effective immediately! In the second week of February, the European Commission unexpectedly introduced substantial anti-dumping duties on these goods. Below, we set out what has changed and how your shipments are affected.

What has changed?

Although the new measures were due to take effect on 19 March 2026, the European Union has brought the introduction of the new duties forward to February.

The anti-dumping duty on tableware and kitchenware with porcelain elements  from China has now been increased to 79% with immediate effect. The measure applies to commodity codes 6911100090, 6912002111, 6912002191, 6912002310, 6912002510 and 6912002910. 

These new duties have replaced the previous anti-dumping duties introduced 2013, which ranged from 13% to 36%. The standard 12% customs duty continues to apply.

Why has this duty been imposed?

Following an investigation, the European Commission concluded that Chinese manufacturers were selling porcelain and ceramic tableware, such as plates, cups and bowls, below normal production costs.

This was made possible by structural overcapacity driven by support from the Chinese ceramics sector As a result, products were placed on the EU market at artificially low prices, putting pressure on European producers and their profitability.

With this measure, the European Commission intends to protect EU ceramic manufacturers against unfair trading practices. The new anti-dumping duty will remain in force for five years.

Questions?

For further information about import duty rates, anti-dumping duties or changes in customs legislation, please contact our customs team or your usual Ritra Cargo representative.