The extension follows a request from the designated authority, which initiated the sunset review in September 2025 under the Customs Tariff Act and anti-dumping rules. Indian n-Butanol Market Shows Steady GrowthAccording to estimates by IMARC Group, the Indian n-butanol market was valued at $119.92 million in 2024 and is projected to reach $180.17 million by 2033, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.63%. Beyond large manufacturers, several Indian chemical companies—including Vizag Chemical, Pon Pure Chemicals, and other specialty chemical firms—operate mainly as formulators, suppliers, or traders. Duty Extension Reinforces Domestic Chemical EcosystemAs reported by livemint.com, overall, the continuation of the anti-dumping duty primarily benefits key domestic manufacturers by shielding them from low-priced imports. At the same time, it indirectly supports the broader Indian chemical ecosystem by ensuring stable local production and supply of n-butanol during the review period.

Source: Mint January 12, 2026 07:14 UTC