The Ministry of Industry and Trade has launched an investigation into the importation of Chinese-made LED lights following a complaint from a local manufacturer. The inquiry aims to determine if these imports are unfairly undercutting domestic prices—a practice known as dumping.
The investigation, which began today, will involve gathering testimonies from Moroccan and Chinese importers and exporters. An official notice indicates that the ministry has already reviewed preliminary data and found sufficient grounds to proceed with a full investigation.
The complaint was filed by Lux Lighting, a Moroccan company that claims to hold an 82 percent share of the domestic market for public lighting fixtures. Lux Lighting argues that the influx of lower-priced Chinese LED lights is harming its business and the broader Moroccan lighting industry.
To substantiate its claim, Lux Lighting has compared the production costs and export prices of Chinese LED lights. The company found that these lights are being sold in Morocco at prices significantly below their normal value, suggesting they are being dumped.
The Ministry of Industry’s review of Lux Lighting’s data has revealed sufficient evidence to warrant a thorough examination. Although the overall value of Chinese LED light imports has decreased in recent years, their volume relative to domestic consumption has increased.
The investigation will cover the period from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and will assess whether the importation of these lights has caused material injury to the Moroccan lighting industry. If the investigation confirms dumping, the Moroccan government may impose anti-dumping duties on Chinese LED lights, potentially raising their prices for Moroccan consumers and protecting domestic producers.
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