New Delhi, Feb. 13 -- The Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), India's commerce ministry investigation arm, has concluded its anti-dumping investigation into Chinese fastener imports, announcing its termination due to insufficient evidence.

The investigation covered a wide range of fasteners, including screws, bolts, nuts, concrete nails, industrial staple pins, steel strapping seals, plastic strip nails, and cable clip nails, which are essential components in construction, automotive, and other industrial sectors.

The DGTR's final findings revealed a critical lack of data necessary to establish evidence of dumping practices and injury to domestic manufacturers.

The investigation, which was uniquely initiated by the directorat...