Philippines imposes cement duties on China, Indonesia
Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Jun 02, 2026 · Last updated Jun 03, 2026
The imposition of safeguard duties by the Philippines — Department of Trade and Industry (Philippines)>>> on cement imports from China>>> and Indonesia>>> is expected to positively impact the domestic cement industry in the Philippines>>> by reducing competition from cheaper imports. This could lead to increased production and utilization rates for local manufacturers, potentially boosting their stock prices and overall market sentiment. Conversely, cement exporters from China>>> and Indonesia>>> will face higher costs, which may negatively affect their market share and profitability in the Philippines>>>.
The Philippines — Department of Trade and Industry (Philippines)>>> has expanded safeguard duties on cement imports to include China>>> and Indonesia>>>. This decision, outlined in Department Administrative Order (DAO) 26-03, imposes a duty of P349 per metric ton (P14 per 40-kilogram bag) for three years. Previously, countries with less than a three percent share of total cement imports were exempt. However, China>>>'s share rose to 23 percent and Indonesia>>>'s to eight percent in the first quarter of 2026, exceeding the de minimis threshold. The move follows an initial imposition of safeguard duties in October 2025, based on findings by the Philippines — Tariff Commission (Philippines)>>> that increased imports caused serious injury to the domestic industry. The Steel Manufacturers Association>>> welcomed the expanded coverage, stating it restores fairness, strengthens local manufacturing, and protects Filipino jobs, as the local industry operates at only 53 percent utilization despite having significant installed capacity.
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