Canadian steelmakers file trade complaint over dumped OCTG imports

EVRAZ and Welded Tube say the country risks losing good-paying, unionized jobs and weakening its ability to produce critical energy infrastructure.

REGINA – Two of Canada’s leading steel manufacturers, EVRAZ North America and Welded Tube of Canada, have jointly filed an antidumping duty complaint with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), targeting what they describe as unfairly priced imports of Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG).

The complaint focuses on OCTG imports from Mexico and the Philippines, as well as specific exporters from Turkiye (Borusan Mannesmann), South Korea (Hyundai Steelpipe), and the United States (Tenaris S.A. and subsidiaries). These imports are allegedly being sold at prices below fair market value, causing significant harm to Canada’s domestic steel industry.

Canadian OCTG Industry Faces Mounting Pressure

The complaint highlights that more than 200,000 metric tonnes of dumped OCTG have entered the Canadian market since 2023, replacing volumes previously sourced from China. In 2023, the CBSA had imposed duties on Chinese OCTG imports following a similar investigation.

Canadian producers argue that the domestic industry has sufficient capacity to meet national demand and that the influx of low-cost imports is undermining local production, threatening jobs, and destabilizing a key manufacturing sector.

Call for Swift Enforcement of Canadian Trade Laws

EVRAZ and Welded Tube are urging the CBSA and the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) to act quickly to enforce existing trade laws. They emphasize that without intervention, the country risks losing good-paying, unionized jobs and weakening its ability to produce critical energy infrastructure components.

The United Steelworkers (USW) union has also voiced strong support for the complaint, calling on the federal government to protect Canadian workers and uphold the rules-based international trading system.

What Are Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG)?

OCTG refers to a category of steel pipe products used in the exploration and production of oil and gas. These include casing, tubing, and drill pipe—essential components in energy infrastructure. The Canadian OCTG sector plays a vital role in supporting the country’s energy industry and broader economic stability.

Next Steps in the Trade Investigation

The CBSA will now review the complaint and determine whether to initiate a formal investigation. If the agency finds sufficient evidence of dumping and injury, it could impose antidumping duties on the named countries and companies to restore fair competition in the Canadian market.

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