The European Union has reinforced its trade‑defence measures on glass fibre products imported from China, responding to growing concerns over predatory pricing and unfair subsidies. The move aims to protect European manufacturers and secure the resilience of a key industrial sector.
The European Commission’s latest update, published on 24 November 2025, revises countervailing duties on continuous‑filament glass fibre products from China. These adjustments follow earlier measures introduced in March 2025, which imposed definitive anti‑dumping duties on Chinese glass fibre yarns ranging from 26% to 56% depending on the exporter.
Cédric Janssens, Secretary General of Glass Fibre Europe, welcomed the decision, highlighting that Chinese state-owned companies have intensified tactics that undermine fair competition. “The revision of duties is a necessary response to evolving predatory practices that have further harmed the European industry,” he said.
While the strengthened duties target direct imports from China, industry representatives stress the need to address potential circumvention. Chinese firms have established production facilities in countries such as Bahrain, Egypt, and Thailand, raising concerns that goods may enter the EU market beyond the reach of current measures. Glass Fibre Europe is calling for decisive action to close these gaps and ensure the effectiveness of the EU’s trade defence instruments. 
Glass fibre is widely used across Europe in sectors such as infrastructure, transport, renewable energy, and defence. The material is considered critical not only for industrial competitiveness but also for the EU’s climate and digital transition objectives. By safeguarding domestic production, policymakers aim to maintain strategic autonomy and protect jobs while supporting the green and digital agendas.
The European Commission’s updated measures are now in effect, with customs authorities applying the revised duties. As investigations continue into imports from third countries, industry stakeholders and regulators will closely monitor developments to prevent circumvention and secure a level playing field for European producers.
Source: The European Union with additional information added by Glass Balkan
