Rabat – Morocco’s Ministry of Industry and Trade has launched a preventive investigation into imports of ceramic tiles from India, starting today.
The move aims to examine suspected dumping practices that could harm local producers and disrupt the national market.
The decision follows a complaint from the Professional Association of Ceramic Industries (APIC), representing major Moroccan manufacturers including Super Cerame, Multicerame, and Ghorghiz Cerame. Together, these companies account for about 72% of national ceramic production.
According to the ministry, the complaint is based on data suggesting that Indian exporters sell ceramic tiles in Morocco at prices lower than their normal value in India. This practice, known as dumping under international trade rules, may give foreign products an unfair advantage.
The initial findings compare the domestic price of ceramic tiles in India at the factory level with export prices to Morocco during 2025. The results show a dumping margin above the 2% threshold, which is enough to justify opening a formal investigation.
The ministry also noted a sharp rise in imports of Indian ceramic tiles between 2021 and mid-2025, both in volume and market share. Local producers say this trend is putting pressure on their financial performance and weakening market balance.
The investigation will cover ceramic tiles used for floors, walls, and other surfaces, including both indoor and outdoor use. It will involve collecting detailed data from Indian exporters, Moroccan importers, and domestic producers.
Interested parties have until May 30 to register and submit comments, the statement said. The ministry noted it may impose temporary measures if urgent harm is confirmed. If dumping is proven, permanent anti-dumping duties could follow.
