Ministry of Commerce spokesperson answers questions from reporters on the final ruling of Canada's canola anti-dumping case

The spokesperson of the Ministry of Commerce answers questions from reporters regarding the final ruling on Canada’s anti-dumping case concerning rapeseed. A reporter asked: We have noted that on February 28, the Ministry of Commerce issued a notice on the final ruling of the anti-dumping investigation into imported rapeseed originating in Canada. Could you introduce the relevant situation? Answer: The Ministry of Commerce initiated an anti-dumping investigation into imported rapeseed originating in Canada on September 9, 2024. After the case was filed, the Ministry of Commerce conducted the investigation strictly in accordance with laws and regulations, extensively solicited opinions from all interested parties, fully safeguarded the rights of all parties, and made a decision objectively, fairly, and impartially. On August 2025, it released a notice on the preliminary ruling and decided to take provisional anti-dumping measures. On February 28, 2026, it issued the notice on the final ruling, ruling that the anti-dumping duty rate for Canadian companies is 5.9%, and deciding to implement the final anti-dumping measures starting from March 1, with an implementation period of five years. The measures can, to a certain extent, ease the pressure on domestic industry and are conducive to maintaining the healthy and stable development of the domestic industry. China has always advocated resolving trade differences through dialogue and consultations. During the investigation, the Canadian side repeatedly expressed concern about the rapeseed case. Within the framework of rules, China considered Canada’s reasonable demands and made the final ruling based on facts and evidence. China is willing to work with Canada to further deepen China-Canada economic and trade cooperation and enhance the well-being of the peoples of both countries. (Ministry of Commerce)