On 5 August 2026, the United Kingdom notified the WTO Committee on Safeguards that its Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has initiated a safeguard investigation into imports of certain polyethylene terephthalate (PET) from all sources.
The investigation, launched under case reference SG0094, follows an application by domestic producer Alpek Polyester UK and covers PET products classified under HS tariff subheadings 3907.61 and 3907.69.
Key Details of the Investigation
Importers, exporters, producers and other interested parties wishing to participate in the investigation, submit information or comments, or request a public hearing must register their interest through the Trade Remedies Service by 23:59 UK time on 19 August 2026.