On 21 May 2025, the Interdepartmental Commission on International Trade (ICIT) adopted Decision No. AD-579/2025/441-01 extending the application of definitive anti-dumping measures on cement imports from the Russian Federation, the Republic of Belarus, and the Republic of Moldova until 2030.
This decision follows the review by the Interdepartmental Commission on International Trade of the anti-dumping measures imposed in 2019 as a result of an anti-dumping investigation into imports of cement into Ukraine, including cement clinkers and Portland cement, classified under UCGFEA codes 2523 10 00 00 and 2523 29 00 00. The review of the anti-dumping measures was initiated in May 2024 due to the expiration of their initial five-year term.
As a result of the review, the existing anti-dumping duties have been extended for an additional five years, remaining in effect at the following rates: 57.03% for products from Belarus, 114.95% for products from the Russian Federation, and 94.46% for products from Moldova.
The legal support for the national producers – Vipcem (Dyckerhoff Cement Ukraine), Ivano-Frankivskcement, and Kryvyi Rih Cement – which collectively account for over 70% of cement production in Ukraine and are members of the Ukrcement Association, was provided by the International Trade Practice team of Ilyashev & Partners, led by Partner Olena Omelchenko.
“The introduction of duties in 2019 made it possible to halt dumped imports, which contributed to the stabilization of the domestic market and fair competition. The measures helped reduce import share in consumption and increased domestic producers' market share. This allowed for market stabilization and created the foundation for preserving jobs and encouraging production investment. The extension of anti-dumping duties until 2030 is a crucial step toward ensuring the long-term stability and development of Ukraine’s cement industry. These measures comply with international trade rules and are necessary to safeguard national interests in foreign trade,” stated Olena Omelchenko.
The Ukrcement Association is an industry organization uniting national cement producers in Ukraine. It brings together the leading companies in the sector, which account for over 95% of the country’s total cement production. The Association represents the interests of its members at both the national and international levels, promotes sustainable manufacturing, supports production facility modernization, and encourages the implementation of environmental standards.