00:00Japan has launched an anti-dumping investigation into cold-rolled steel from Taiwan, China
00:05and South Korea.
00:07The steel is used in products ranging from cars to household appliances.
00:11Japanese steelmakers have said a surge in cheaper imports, particularly from China,
00:15has flooded the market.
00:17The investigation is expected to take up to a year.
00:19If authorities find evidence of dumping, they could impose additional tariffs.
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