Written question – Chinese carmakers bypassing import duties – E-002770/2025

Question for written answer  E-002770/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Barbara Bonte (PfE)

Chinese carmakers have been boosting their sales figures for years by exporting new cars as used cars. That way, they pay lower import duties. The Chinese Government is aware of these practices and encourages such trade.

According to the China Passenger Car Association, China exported a total of 6.41 million vehicles last year. According to estimates by Wang Meng, a consultant at the China Automobile Dealers Association, about 6 % of these are new vehicles sold as used cars.

• 1.Is the Commission aware of these practices?
• 2.What concrete measures is the Commission taking to stop this form of cheap dumping?
• 3.What is the total amount of import duties not collected as a result of this practice?

Submitted: 8.7.2025