An antidumping investigation involving two Italian pasta brands, La Molisana and Garofalo, could result in the imposition of a new 107 % tariff by the United States government starting January 1, 2026.
The Italian pasta market could be limited in its exports to the United States, one of the most important markets after Europe, as the Donald Trump administration is considering “imposing a record 107 % tariff; an additional 91.74 % would be added to the current 15 % tariff.”
The pasta sector produces more than 4 million tons per year, “of which 60 % is destined for export, and the US market alone accounts for almost $700 million, out of a total turnover of €8.7 million.”
The investigation that triggered this situation was carried out by the United States Department of Commerce (DOC), which annually analyzes Italian imports based on reports from so-called petitioners—that is, competing US companies.
However, this time there are allegations of dumping by US companies largely controlled by Italian groups, including Winland Foods, which recently merged with La Doria to form the giant Windoria, “with a turnover of $4 million and 28 factories in North America.”
The DOC has conducted a review of sales and cost data. According to US authorities, La Molisana e Garofalo had not submitted the information that had been shared with the US in the past, “which is why it was decided to apply a punitive duty of 91.74 %, extended to other exporters named in the investigation without further individual verification.”
The tariff is added to the existing 15%, reaching 107 % and affects producers such as Barrilla, Yo Rummo, Agriitalia, Aldine, formerly Tradizioni di Gragnano, Milo Group, Cav. José Cocco Artisanal Pasta Factory, Chiavenna Pasta Factory, Liguori Pastry Factory, Della Forma Pasta Factory, Sgambaro Pasta Factory, and Tamma Pasta Factory.
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Source: firstonline
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