MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Anti-dumping duties on Chinese lysine – E-000457/2025

Question for written answer  E-000457/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Stefan Köhler (PPE), Norbert Lins (PPE), Christine Schneider (PPE), Lena Düpont (PPE), Marion Walsmann (PPE)

Since 15 January 2025, high anti-dumping duties have been imposed on Chinese lysine imports. Lysine is an essential amino acid, which is of particular importance in the diet of pigs. Hardly any companies in the EU offer this raw material, yet it is a key component of high-quality animal feed. According to experts, the EU relies on China for up to 70 % of its lysine demand. A secure and reliable supply of the amino acid is vital for EU agriculture.

• 1.To what extent could EU companies source lysine from EU producers to meet the needs of the EU market, and how dependent is the EU on China according to the Commission’s official calculations?
• 2.Are there ambitions to classify lysine and other essential feed additives as ‘critical raw materials’?
• 3.What steps will the Commission take in the coming months to guarantee and increase the security of supply and competitiveness of the feed industry?

Submitted: 3.2.2025