The Ministry of Finance has extended the countervailing duty (CVD) on imports of Textured Tempered Glass originating in or exported from Malaysia, ensuring continued protection for domestic manufacturers amid concerns of subsidised inflows.
The decision comes after the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) initiated a sunset review on June 24, 2025, under Section 9(6) of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975. The review was launched to examine whether removing the duty could lead to continuation or recurrence of subsidisation and injury to the Indian industry.
The duty, originally imposed via Notification No. 3/2021-Customs (CVD) dated March 9, 2021, covers Textured Tempered Glass classified under tariff item 7007 19 00 of the Customs Tariff Act. DGTR's preliminary findings recommended that the CVD remain in force while the review is underway.
Acting on this recommendation, the Central Government has amended the earlier notification and extended the validity of the countervailing duty up to June 8, 2026, unless revoked or modified earlier.
The extension aims to maintain a level playing field for domestic glass manufacturers who have alleged injury due to subsidised imports from Malaysia. The CVD seeks to neutralise the unfair advantage gained through foreign government subsidies, thereby supporting fair competition in the Indian market.
The amendment was issued through Notification No. 07/2025-Customs (CVD), signed by Under Secretary Dheeraj Sharma.
This move is expected to provide stability to the domestic industry while the DGTR completes its detailed examination on the need for further continuation of the duty.
Official copy of the notification has been attached
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