Israel's Commissioner for Trade Levies at the Ministry of Economy and Industry has initiated an investigation into dumped imports of cannabis from Canada, following a determination that there are special circumstances indicating actual damage or a probability of actual damage to the local manufacturing industry, with a causal link between the dumped imports and the alleged harm.
Investigation Timeline
The investigation period for the dumping assessment will cover January to December 2025. For the damage evaluation, the period will span 2023 to 2025. The decision was announced on June 30, 2026, according to a TPS news agency report.
Background and Impact
The probe comes amid growing concerns from Israeli cannabis producers about competition from Canadian imports, which are reportedly being sold at below-market prices. The Commissioner's finding suggests that the local industry may have suffered or could suffer material injury due to these imports. The investigation will examine whether Canadian exporters have engaged in dumping practices that violate trade regulations.
Next Steps
As the investigation proceeds, the Ministry will gather evidence and hear arguments from both domestic and Canadian stakeholders. If dumping is confirmed, Israel may impose anti-dumping duties to protect its domestic cannabis industry. The outcome could affect trade relations between the two countries and the pricing of cannabis products in Israel.
