On May 24, 2026, Morocco's Ministry of Industry and Commerce announced the launch of an anti-dumping investigation into imports of long-pile fabrics for blankets originating from China and Egypt. The probe, initiated under public notice No. DDC/08/2026, follows a complaint filed by a domestic producer alleging that these imports are being sold at unfairly low prices, causing material injury to the local industry.
The investigation will cover the period from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, with an assessment of injury trends from 2022 to 2025. The ministry stated that provisional measures, such as anti-dumping duties, may be imposed if preliminary findings confirm dumping and injury. Interested parties have 30 days to submit comments and request hearings.
This is the first anti-dumping case initiated by Morocco in 2026. The country has previously used such measures to protect domestic sectors, including steel and ceramics. The outcome could impact trade flows between Morocco and its key suppliers, as China and Egypt are major exporters of textile products to North Africa.
