Key data
| Regulation | Corrigendum to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2022/558 — OJ:L_202690418 |
|---|---|
| Corrected standard | Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2022/558 of 6 April 2022 (OJ L 108 of 7.4.2022) |
| Publication | 29 May 2026 |
| Entry into force | 29 May 2026 |
| Affected parties | European importers of Chinese graphite electrodes and EU customs authorities |
| Category | European Regulation — Foreign trade / Anti-dumping tariffs |
| Company added | Liaoning Dantan New Materials Co., Ltd. |
| Additional TARIC code | 88CN |
If you import graphite electrodes from China and one of your suppliers is Liaoning Dantan New Materials Co., Ltd., this corrigendum affects you directly. The European Commission has published a corrigendum to the Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2022/558, which establishes definitive anti-dumping duties on graphite electrode systems originating in China, to correct the omission of this company from the original annex.
The error consisted in the fact that Liaoning Dantan New Materials did not appear in the list of cooperating exporting producers not included in the sample, which created uncertainty about the applicable tariff rate for its products. With the corrigendum, the additional TARIC code 88CN is assigned, which determines the specific anti-dumping tariff that must be applied to imports from this company.
What does this regulation establish?
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2022/558 imposes definitive anti-dumping duties on imports of certain graphite electrode systems originating in the People's Republic of China. Its annex contains the list of Chinese exporting producers that cooperated in the investigation but were not selected in the sample, to which a specific tariff rate is assigned through an additional TARIC code.
The corrigendum published on 29 May 2026 amends that annex to include the company omitted by error:
| Company | Country of origin | Additional TARIC code | Status in the Regulation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liaoning Dantan New Materials Co., Ltd. | People's Republic of China | 88CN | Cooperating exporting producer not included in the sample |
The original omission in OJ L 108 of 7.4.2022 meant that this supplier did not have an assigned TARIC code, which prevented importers from correctly applying the anti-dumping tariff corresponding to their purchases. The corrigendum takes effect from its publication on 29 May 2026.
Economic and operational impact
The main impact is operational and customs compliance. The absence of TARIC code 88CN in the original text of the regulation could have caused two problematic situations for importers:
- Application of the residual (higher) rate: Without an assigned code, customs could treat imports from Liaoning Dantan as if they came from a non-cooperating exporter, applying the highest anti-dumping rate.
- Uncertainty in customs declarations: Operators who have already imported products from this company since April 2022 may have declared with an incorrect code or without an additional code, which could require review.
With the corrigendum in force, the code 88CN is officially linked to Liaoning Dantan New Materials Co., Ltd., and importers must use it in all import declarations for graphite electrodes from this company.
Who does it affect?
- European importers of Chinese graphite electrodes who have or have had Liaoning Dantan New Materials Co., Ltd. as a supplier.
- Foreign trade and customs departments of industrial companies that use graphite electrodes (steel mills, metallurgy, electric steel manufacturing).
- Customs agents and freight forwarders who manage import declarations for these products.
- Tax and foreign trade advisors who advise importing companies of Chinese industrial materials.
- Customs authorities of EU Member States that must verify the tariff treatment applied to this supplier.
Practical example
A Spanish steel industry company regularly imports graphite electrode systems from China. Among its suppliers is Liaoning Dantan New Materials Co., Ltd. Until the publication of this corrigendum on 29 May 2026, the operator did not have an official additional TARIC code to declare these imports, as the company did not appear in the annex of Regulation (EU) 2022/558.
From now on, the customs agent of this company must enter the additional TARIC code 88CN in all import declarations for graphite electrodes from Liaoning Dantan. If a different code was applied in previous imports or the additional code was omitted, it is advisable to review those declarations with a foreign trade specialist to assess whether any regularization is necessary.
What should companies do now?
- Verify if Liaoning Dantan New Materials Co., Ltd. is one of your Chinese suppliers: Review your database of graphite electrode suppliers to identify if this company is among them.
- Update the TARIC code in your customs declaration systems: From 29 May 2026, all imports of graphite electrodes from this supplier must be declared with the additional TARIC code 88CN.
- Inform your customs agent or freight forwarder: Communicate this change to the operators managing your import declarations to avoid errors in future operations.
- Review previous declarations: If you have imported products from Liaoning Dantan since the entry into force of Regulation (EU) 2022/558 (April 2022), consult with a foreign trade specialist to determine if previous declarations require any review or regularization.
- Keep documentation: Keep a copy of this corrigendum with your import files related to this supplier as backup in case of customs inspections.
Frequently asked questions
What is the additional TARIC code 88CN and what is it used for?
The additional TARIC code 88CN is the identifier assigned to Liaoning Dantan New Materials Co., Ltd. under Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2022/558. It allows EU customs to apply the specific anti-dumping tariff rate corresponding to this Chinese exporting producer, distinguishing it from other exporters with different rates or the general residual rate.
From when should I use TARIC code 88CN for imports from Liaoning Dantan?
The corrigendum was published and entered into force on 29 May 2026. From that date, all import declarations for graphite electrodes from Liaoning Dantan New Materials Co., Ltd. must include the additional TARIC code 88CN. For previous operations, consult with a specialist to determine if any regularization is necessary.
What if I have already imported graphite electrodes from Liaoning Dantan without this code?
If you made imports from this company between April 2022 (entry into force of Regulation 2022/558) and 29 May 2026 without code 88CN, it is possible that an incorrect tariff treatment was applied. It is recommended to review those declarations with a customs agent or foreign trade advisor to determine if there is any obligation to regularize.
What regulation does this publication correct exactly?
It corrects the Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2022/558 of 6 April 2022, published in the Official Journal of the EU L 108 of 7 April 2022. That regulation establishes definitive anti-dumping duties on imports of certain graphite electrode systems originating in the People's Republic of China. The corrigendum corrects the omission of Liaoning Dantan New Materials Co., Ltd. from its annex.
Does this corrigendum affect other Chinese graphite electrode suppliers?
No. The corrigendum published on 29 May 2026 only adds Liaoning Dantan New Materials Co., Ltd. with the additional TARIC code 88CN. The other companies included in the annex of Regulation (EU) 2022/558 are not modified by this corrigendum.
Official source
Consult the full regulation at official source
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/./legal-content/AUTO/?uri=OJ:L_202690418