Sunset Review Investigation on Anti-Dumping Measures for Synthetic Filament Woven Fabrics (2026/3)

Why this matters for importers of woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn to Türkiye:

For woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn (HS 54.07) imported into Türkiye, the initiation of the sunset review investigation under Communiqué No: 2026/3 signals that existing anti-dumping duties will remain fully applicable while the authorities reassess the continued need for the measures. Although no new duties are introduced at this stage, companies should treat the investigation as a material medium-term trade risk, as the outcome may result in the continuation, modification, or removal of current duties.

For importers, exporters, and manufacturers sourcing or supplying from China, Chinese Taipei, South Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand, the key issue is future duty exposure and supply-chain stability. Non-cooperation or incomplete submissions during the review can lead to adverse determinations, while proactive participation may influence the final outcome. Businesses with long-term contracts, pricing commitments, or Türkiye-focused sales strategies should therefore integrate the sunset review timeline into their cost forecasting, sourcing decisions, and trade compliance planning.

Executive Summary

With the publication of the Communiqué on the Prevention of Unfair Competition in Imports (No: 2026/3) in the Official Gazette dated 27 January 2026 (No. 33150), a sunset review investigation (expiry review) has been initiated concerning the anti-dumping measures currently applied to imports of woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn (for apparel use) classified under HS heading 54.07, originating in the People’s Republic of China, Chinese Taipei, the Republic of Korea, Malaysia and the Kingdom of Thailand.During the investigation period, all existing anti-dumping measures will remain fully in force.

Changes Compared to the Previous Regulation

This Communiqué does not introduce a new anti-dumping duty or an additional financial burden.The sole regulatory development is the initiation of a sunset review investigation to assess whether the expiry of the existing measures would be likely to result in the continuation or recurrence of dumping and injury.Accordingly, the investigation focuses on the continued necessity of the current measures rather than on the immediate modification of duty rates.

Scope of the Investigation

The investigation covers imports of woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn (for apparel use) classified under HS heading 54.07 and originating in the countries concerned.The detailed list of HS codes within scope is provided in Annex I to the Communiqué.The HS codes are indicated for informational purposes only; any amendments to tariff classifications or product descriptions under the Turkish Customs Tariff Schedule shall not prevent the application of the Communiqué.

Technical Summary of the Measure

The investigation has been initiated pursuant to Law No. 3577, the Decree and the Regulation on the Prevention of Unfair Competition in Imports.
Sufficient evidence was submitted by the domestic industry indicating that the expiry of the existing anti-dumping measures may lead to the continuation or recurrence of dumping and injury.
For producers located in the People’s Republic of China, a market economy treatment assessment will be conducted. Where market economy conditions are not duly demonstrated, Türkiye is envisaged as the analogue country for normal value determination.
In accordance with the relevant legislation, the current anti-dumping duties shall remain applicable until the conclusion of the investigation.

Implications for Companies and Required Actions

Importers operating under the relevant HS codes should note that no immediate change will occur in the applicable anti-dumping duty rates during the investigation period.
However, depending on the outcome of the sunset review, the existing measures may be maintained, amended, or repealed, which creates medium-term cost and supply-chain planning risks for companies with regular imports.
Exporters, foreign producers and importers are strongly advised to fully cooperate with the investigation by submitting questionnaire responses and views within the prescribed deadlines, as non-cooperation may lead to less favourable determinations.
A close monitoring of the investigation process and, where appropriate, the submission of substantiated legal and economic arguments is recommended for affected parties.

The relevant legislative document.

Initiation of a Sunset Review Investigation on Anti-Dumping Measures for Woven Fabrics of Synthetic Filament Yarn (Communiqué No: 2026/3) (Türkiye)