UK imposes anti-dumping duties on Chinese biodiesel imports
Published on: Dec 5, 2025
The TRA’s investigation concluded that Chinese biodiesel has been sold in the UK at artificially low prices.
The UK government has introduced new anti-dumping duties on biodiesel imports from China, following a recommendation by the Trade Remedies Authority (TRA). The decision, confirmed by the Secretary of State on 24 November 2025, aims to protect domestic producers from unfair pricing practices.
The TRA’s investigation concluded that Chinese biodiesel has been sold in the UK at artificially low prices, causing significant harm to local manufacturers, including Argent Energy and Olleco. After reviewing evidence and stakeholder responses, the authority determined that imposing duties aligns with the UK’s economic interests and supports fair competition in the renewable fuel sector.
Under the new measures, ad valorem duties will apply as follows: 14.79% for the Zhuoyue Group and other cooperating exporters, and 54.64% for all remaining exporters. These tariffs cover imports of biodiesel, including fatty-acid mono-alkylesters (FAME) and paraffinic gasoils derived from non-fossil sources (HVO), whether pure or blended. Sustainable aviation fuel is excluded.
The duties are designed to maintain a level playing field for UK producers while reinforcing the integrity of the renewable energy market.
