Indonesia initiates anti-dumping investigation into Chinese superabsorbent polymers

On August 14, 2026, the Indonesia Anti-Dumping Committee officially issued an announcement, initiating an anti-dumping investigation into Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) produced in China, marking another trade review for China's SAP exports to the Southeast Asian market. The announcement number for this instance is No. 02/546/KADI/08/2026.

Origin of Investigation and Scope of Products Involved

This investigation was formally applied for and initiated by the Indonesian local company PT. Nippon Shokubai Indonesia.

The product involved is Super Absorbent Polymer, which belongs to important fine chemical new materials. It is widely used in fields such as hygiene and care, medical consumables, agricultural water retention, cable water blocking, construction waterproofing, and cold chain packaging. It is an essential polymer material in both livelihood and industrial sectors.

The Indonesian tariff numbers involved in this case are: 3906.90.92, 3906.90.99, covering the mainstream SAP export categories from China to Indonesia.

Official Information from the Investigating Authority

This case is fully investigated and adjudicated by the Indonesia Anti-Dumping Committee (KOMITE ANTI DUMPING INDONESIA). The official contact channels are as follows:

-Address: JL.M.I. RIDWAN RAIS NO.5, JAKARTA 10110

-Phone/Fax: 62-21-3850541

-Official Email: kadi@kemendag.go.id, kadi.sap2026@gmail.com

Brief Analysis of Industry Impact

Super Absorbent Polymer is a competitive fine chemical export product for China, with domestic production capacity and export scale ranking among the top globally. Southeast Asia is one of the core overseas markets.

The initiation of this anti-dumping case by Indonesia may affect the export orders, customs clearance costs, and market share of domestic SAP enterprises in the region. As the investigation progresses, it may lead to impacts such as tariff adjustments and export restrictions. Relevant domestic production and foreign trade enterprises need to closely follow the progress of the case and prepare market layouts and risk responses in advance.