(Yicai Global) Sept. 25 -- An antidumping investigation will be launched against imports of polyvinyl chloride originating in the US, China’s commerce ministry announced today.

This investigation should normally conclude before Sept. 25 next year, but may extend to March 25, 2022 under special circumstances, the ministry said, omitting further details.

Among the most versatile of plastics, PVC finds extensive use in making plumbing pipes, toys, electric wire sheathing and in myriad other applications.

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