Mexico Launches Anti-Dumping Investigation on Chinese Self-Adhesive Paper, Reshaping Adhesive Label Materials Trade
September 29, 2025
September 29, 2025, Weifang, China – Mexico’s Secretariat of Economy has officially initiated an anti-dumping investigation into Chinese-origin self-adhesive paper (Spanish: cintas de papel autoadhesivas) on September 29, 2025, responding to a petition filed by local manufacturer Industrias Tuk, S.A. de C.V. This move has sent ripples across the global adhesive label materials industry, particularly impacting Sino-Mexican trade of self-adhesive products such as glassine-backed labels, hotmelt glue self-adhesive materials, and BOPP-based labeling solutions.
Details of the Anti-Dumping Investigation
According to the official notice issued by Mexico’s economic authority, the investigation covers self-adhesive paper products of all sizes and colors originating from China, classified under TIGIE tariff code 4811.41.02 1 . The dumping investigation period spans January 1 to December 31, 2024, while the injury investigation period extends from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2024 7 . The notice took effect the day after its release, triggering widespread attention among Chinese adhesive label material manufacturers and exporters.
Data shows that China is a key supplier of adhesive paper products to Mexico. In 2024, Mexico’s imports of coated paper and cardboard (a category closely linked to self-adhesive materials) from China reached $153 million, accounting for a significant share of its total imports in this sector 2 . From March 2024 to February 2025, China exported 206 shipments of sticker paper (HSN code 4805) to Mexico, involving 86 Chinese exporters and 74 local buyers 6, indicating the deep interdependence of the two markets.
Impact on the Adhesive Label Materials Industry
The investigation poses potential challenges for Chinese exporters of self-adhesive label materials, including semi-glossy paper self-adhesive products, pearlescent film labels, and glassine liner-based solutions. These products are widely used in Mexico’s food & beverage packaging, logistics labeling, FMCG branding, and agricultural product traceability sectors, where demand for durable and cost-effective adhesive materials remains strong.
Mexico’s adhesive label materials market is highly reliant on imports due to limited local manufacturing capacity 2. Chinese products, known for their competitive pricing and diverse specifications (such as 60μm BOPP pearlescent film labels and hotmelt glue self-adhesive materials), have long been favored by Mexican printing enterprises and FMCG brands. The anti-dumping probe may disrupt supply chains, leading to price fluctuations and prompting local buyers to seek alternative sources.
Industry Responses and Coping Strategies
Chinese adhesive label material manufacturers are actively assessing the impact and formulating countermeasures. Some enterprises are exploring third-country transshipment solutions, with Malaysia emerging as a preferred hub due to its membership in CPTPP and mature logistics infrastructure 4. Others are accelerating localized production plans in Mexico to bypass trade barriers, though such moves require long-term investment and strategic planning.
Weifang Superreliable Technology Co., Ltd., a leading manufacturer of adhesive label materials specializing in pearlescent film self-adhesive products, glassine liners, and food-grade labeling solutions, stated its stance on the investigation. “We closely monitor the progress of the anti-dumping probe and remain committed to compliant operations,” said a company representative. “We will strengthen communication with Mexican partners, optimize our product portfolio, and explore diversified market strategies to mitigate potential risks, while upholding the quality standards of our self-adhesive materials.”
Market Outlook for Adhesive Label Materials
The anti-dumping investigation reflects the growing trade frictions in the global adhesive label materials industry, driven by rising protectionism. Despite this, Mexico’s demand for high-quality adhesive materials is expected to remain robust, fueled by its booming food processing, logistics, and retail sectors 5. Chinese manufacturers that can adapt to regulatory changes, enhance product differentiation, and comply with international trade rules are likely to maintain their competitive edge.
Industry analysts note that the probe may reshape the supply chain of Mexico’s adhesive label materials market, with opportunities emerging for manufacturers from Vietnam, the United States, and other regions 6. However, China’s dominance in the global self-adhesive paper supply chain, backed by advanced production technology and complete industrial chains, remains difficult to replace in the short term.
About Weifang Superreliable Technology Co., Ltd.
Weifang Superreliable Technology Co., Ltd. is a professional manufacturer and supplier of adhesive label materials, focusing on semi-glossy paper self-adhesive products, 60μm BOPP pearlescent film labels, hotmelt glue self-adhesive materials, and glassine liners. Equipped with strict quality control systems and advanced production lines, the company provides compliant and durable labeling solutions for global customers in food, logistics, FMCG, and agricultural sectors, with a growing presence in international markets.