The Indonesian Fiber and Filament Producers Association has proposed imposing an anti-dumping import duty of at least 20% on imported filament products (mainly from China) to enhance the competitiveness of the domestic textile industry. The tariff is intended to counteract the "dumping" practices of foreign producers, which have severely weakened the production capacity and competitiveness of Indonesia's textile industry from upstream to downstream. Dumping has led to domestic price distortions, and the 20% tariff is considered an "ideal point" to balance the upstream and downstream industries, helping the upstream sector recover while avoiding excessive burden on the downstream. The association chairman stated that the Indonesian Anti-Dumping Committee's preliminary recommendations had a wide range of tariffs (up to 42.3%), but after discussion, 20% was considered a reasonable level that balances upstream and downstream interests. Dumping has led to declining demand for domestic filament, spinning, polymer, and other industries, with some large enterprises already shutting down production lines, leaving only 4 manufacturers operating on a limited basis. The tariff aims not only to save the filament industry but also to ensure the survival and healthy competition of the entire textile supply chain (from polymer, filament to garments). The Executive Director of CORE Indonesia stated that the 20% tariff is a reasonable measure to address structural damage caused by dumping. Although it may not fully eliminate the price gap (Chinese import prices may be only half of local prices), it is crucial for maintaining the survival of domestic industries in unfair global competition.
The Indonesian Fiber and Filament Producers Association has proposed imposing an anti-dumping import duty of at least 20% on imported filament products (mainly from China) to enhance the competitiveness of the domestic textile industry. The tariff is intended to counteract the "dumping" practices of foreign producers, which have severely weakened the production capacity and competitiveness of Indonesia's textile industry from upstream to downstream. Dumping has led to domestic price distortions, and the 20% tariff is considered an "ideal point" to balance the upstream and downstream industries, helping the upstream sector recover while avoiding excessive burden on the downstream. The association chairman stated that the Indonesian Anti-Dumping Committee's preliminary recommendations had a wide range of tariffs (up to 42.3%), but after discussion, 20% was considered a reasonable level that balances upstream and downstream interests. Dumping has led to declining demand for domestic filament, spinning, polymer, and other industries, with some large enterprises already shutting down production lines, leaving only 4 manufacturers operating on a limited basis. The tariff aims not only to save the filament industry but also to ensure the survival and healthy competition of the entire textile supply chain (from polymer, filament to garments). The Executive Director of CORE Indonesia stated that the 20% tariff is a reasonable measure to address structural damage caused by dumping. Although it may not fully eliminate the price gap (Chinese import prices may be only half of local prices), it is crucial for maintaining the survival of domestic industries in unfair global competition.