Saudi Arabia Imposes Anti-Dumping Duties on Chinese Aluminum Can Lids

Saudi Arabia has imposed definitive anti-dumping duties between 15.8 percent and 38.7 percent on Chinese aluminum beverage can lids. The five-year measure took effect on October 13, 2026, covering closures with diameters from 50 to 63 millimeters. The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority has been tasked with collecting the duties.

Published October 14, 2026 Source: Saudi Gazette

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Issuing authority: Ministry of Commerce
Jurisdiction: Saudi Arabia
Publication date: October 13, 2026
Effective date: October 13, 2026
Stage: Final rule
Official source: saudigazette.com.sa

Photo: Saudi Gazette

Saudi Arabia has introduced definitive anti-dumping duties ranging between 15.8 percent and 38.7 percent on imports of aluminum easy-open beverage can caps originating from China.

The protective trade measures officially took effect on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, and will remain active for five years. Issued by Saudi Minister of Commerce Dr. Majid Al-Qasabi, the decision targets aluminum closures with diameters from 50 to 63 millimeters.

According to Saudi Gazette, the action aims to protect domestic industrial manufacturing and ensure fair competition in the local market. The Saudi Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority has been instructed to execute the decision and collect the duties on incoming shipments.