The Indian Primary Copper Producers Association (IPCPA) has raised alarm over the detrimental impact of cheap copper imports on the country's manufacturing sector. Blaming multiple free trade agreements, the IPCPA is urging the government for immediate interventions such as imposing a safeguard duty and restricting import quantities.

Despite significant investments to boost self-reliance, zero-duty copper imports are eroding India's smelting and downstream manufacturing industries. The IPCPA is pressing for a 3% safeguard duty on certain copper categories, regardless of FTA status, with particular emphasis on concerns around the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.

The association highlights the severe economic stress in the global copper smelting industry, as declinin

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