China likely to revise export tariff regulations shortly

摘要

Latest news on Chinese export tariffs does not only suggest that the November 1-January 31 10% tax window is to remain, but also indicates that a downward adjustment to the tariff to 7% is likely. A press-release on the possible changes to the tariff-regulations was originally expected this week, but December 14 is now indicated as a possible date for the announcement. There is also a suggestion that off-season periods may be extended by 15 days. It is not yet certain how the extra 15 days will be applied, but this may be interpreted as an extension of the current off-season window through February 15.