The Chinese ministry of commerce has announced its intention to continue anti-dumping measures on imports of catechol from the EU for another five years.
The import duties for the chemical - used in a range of products including medicines and paints – had been due to expire on Wednesday (26 August).
Reacting to the news, the European Commission said in a statement that it "regrets" the decision, "given that EU exports [of the chemical] now hardly reach 30 percent of their level b...
Enjoy access to all articles and 25 years of archives, comment and gift articles. Become a member for as low as €1,75 per week.
Already a member? Login