Vietnam Just Launched Another Anti-Dumping Probe on Coated Steel – CNB Group Helps You Navigate the Trade Storm

The wave of trade defense measures sweeping across Asia shows no sign of slowing. The latest: Vietnam.

On June 14, 2026, Vietnam‘s Ministry of Industry and Trade issued a decision to initiate an anti-dumping investigation into certain galvanized steel products originating from China and South Korea.The investigation covers flat-rolled carbon steel products, both in coil and non-coil forms, coated or plated with anti-corrosive metals — which includes your PPGI, galvanized, and galvalume products.

The investigation was requested by five major Vietnamese steel producers: Hoa Sen Group, Nam Kim Steel, Ton Phuong Nam, Ton Dong A, and China Steel & Nippon Steel Vietnam. The complainants have alleged dumping margins of 69.23% for Chinese products and 3.41% for South Korean products, claiming these practices have caused significant injury to the local industry.

This is not Vietnam‘s first trade action against Chinese steel. In 2017, Vietnam imposed anti-dumping duties on coated steel products from China and South Korea, with the highest duty rate reaching 38.34%.According to the Vietnam Steel Association, between 2016 and 2023, Vietnam initiated 10 trade defense investigations on imported steel products, most of which involved Chinese-origin steel.

 – We serve clients across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and South America, not just Vietnam. As one trade channel tightens, others remain open.

 – Our expanded inventory of PPGI, GI, and GL coils allows us to ship quickly before provisional duties take effect.

 – We monitor all anti-dumping and safeguard developments daily and share timely updates with our clients, helping you plan procurement strategically.

The investigation is now in its preliminary stage. If Vietnam proceeds to impose provisional anti-dumping measures, Chinese coated steel entering Vietnam could face significant additional duties within months.

📩 Don‘t wait for the duties to hit. Contact CNB Group today to discuss alternative markets, adjust your procurement schedule, or expedite shipments to Vietnam while the window is still open.