What has changed in two decades by Ayabonga Cawe
After months of consultation and engagement with the domestic steel sector, the International Trade Administration Commission (ITAC) gave notice in the Government Gazette of March 19 of a review of the steel tariff structure and import licensing and surveillance mechanisms for the sector.
As ArcelorMittal stumbles, government embarks on largest ever review of steel duties
More than 600 tariff codes are under review, though not everyone is convinced ArcelorMittal should be saved.
ITAC expects to finalise review of scrap export regulations during first half of 2025
International Trade Administration of South Africa (ITAC) chief commissioner Ayabonga Cawe reports that a summary report relating to the commission’s review of the Price Preference System (PPS) for scrap metal has been handed to the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic).
ArcelorMittal grants reprieve, jobs saved
ArcelorMittal South Africa will no longer shut down its steel-making operations in Newcastle and Vereeniging, saying its U-turn was largely informed by early improvements in the country’s electricity and logistics situation.
Customs increase for steel products
Industry association Southern Africa Coil Coaters Association (SACCA) has applied for an increase in the general rate of customs duty on certain coated or plated flat-rolled steel.
ITAC finds steel dumping harming SACU
Trade agency the International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa (ITAC) has determined that dumping of products originating in or imported from China is taking place.
Temporary poultry rebate — HPAI
ITAC notes that the directive followed the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) confirming the outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), which forced the culling of millions of fowls at great loss to key players across the poultry value chain.
Auto industry supports anti-dumping duties
In a general notice published at the end of last week, the International Trade Administration Commission said Minister of Trade, Industrious and Competition Ebrahim Patel had “approved” its recommendation for the imposition of anti-dumping duties on imported vehicle windscreens.
SA to impose anti-dumping tariffs on windscreens
South African authorities have moved swiftly to protect the local glass industry, with the country set to slap cheap windscreen imports coming from China with tariffs in a move meant to protect domestic jobs and industry.
Inviting Public Insight: DTIC effort to amend SA scrap metals policy
The proposed measures aim to control and oversee trade in metals to prevent damage to the infrastructure and economy. The dtic recognizes the value of public opinions and critique in policy-making and highlights its commitment to transparency, accountability, and public inclusion.