U.S. Proposes 107% Tariff on Italian Pasta Imports Amid Dumping Allegations
The U.S. Department of Commerce has proposed a 107% tariff on Italian pasta imports, citing allegations of dumping by 13 major Italian producers, including La Molisana and Garofalo.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has proposed imposing a 91.74% anti-dumping duty on 13 Italian pasta producers, including La Molisana and Garofalo, following an investigation into alleged below-market pricing between July 2023 and June 2024. This new duty, combined with the existing 15% tariff on European Union imports, would result in a total tariff of approximately 107% on these products.
The European Union's Trade Commissioner, Maros Sefcovic, has criticized the decision, stating it lacked a full and fair factual basis. He confirmed discussions with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to address the issue.
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has also defended the country's pasta exports, denying any dumping practices and emphasizing the ethical behavior of Italian industry. He stated that Italy is protesting the U.S. Department of Commerce's findings and is coordinating negotiations with American authorities through a tariff task force.
The proposed tariffs are set to take effect in January 2026, pending finalization. If implemented, they could significantly impact Italian pasta exports to the U.S., which were valued at over €4 billion in 2024, with nearly 2.5 million metric tons sold abroad.
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