LEVA-EU is inviting European e-bike manufacturers and assemblers to participate in a survey designed to assess the impact of European Union (EU) anti-dumping duties on bicycle components imported from China. The survey seeks to gather perspectives directly from companies on how these duties affect their business operations, competitiveness, and the overall European e-bike market.

The survey is here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LEVA-EU-Dumping-Survey

Background

The EU introduced anti-dumping duties on conventional bicycles from China in 1993, later extending these duties in 1997 to essential bicycle components, impacting both conventional and e-bike assemblers. The European Commission is currently reviewing these duties, providing an opportunity for industry stakeholders to share their perspectives on how these tariffs influence their operations and growth potential within the European market.

LEVA-EU has consistently highlighted that these duties impose additional costs and sourcing limitations for e-bike manufacturers and assemblers, particularly affecting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The organisation advocates for a reassessment of these duties to support sustainable growth in the sector. You can read more about LEVA-EU’s position on this issue here.

Why Your Input Matters

The European e-bike market has been growing rapidly, spurred by rising interest in eco-friendly transportation and urban mobility solutions. However, the anti-dumping duties on Chinese components present challenges for many European manufacturers and assemblers. This survey aims to collect feedback on how these duties affect manufacturers and assemblers across various areas, including:

• Production Costs: Higher tariffs can increase component costs, affecting both profitability and pricing structures.
• Supply Chain Flexibility: Restrictions on affordable components from China may challenge assemblers, particularly those with fewer supplier options.
• Competitiveness in the EU Market: With increased competition, maintaining cost-effective and efficient production is critical for e-bike companies of all sizes.

Survey responses will help LEVA-EU gather data to better understand the needs of European manufacturers and assemblers. The findings will inform LEVA-EU’s ongoing policy discussions with the European Commission in relation to the review of these duties.

Survey Details

This survey, which takes around 5–10 minutes to complete, addresses various topics such as company size, sourcing practices, challenges related to anti-dumping duties, and policy perspectives. The survey also includes questions on exemptions or end-use authorizations companies may use to reduce duty-related costs.

Key areas of feedback include:

• The impact of anti-dumping duties on business operations
• Challenges in obtaining exemptions or authorizations
• Opinions on the potential benefits of adjusting/removing these duties

How to Participate

The survey is here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LEVA-EU-Dumping-Survey

Participation in this survey allows e-bike manufacturers and assemblers to provide essential feedback that could shape future trade policies. This effort aims to ensure that the needs of the industry are well-represented in upcoming discussions.

For questions or more information, please contact LEVA-EU’s Policy Manager, Annick Roetynck, at annick@leva-eu.com.