China is launching an anti-dumping probe into POM copolymer imported from the European Union, the United States, Taiwan region and Japan, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced on Sunday in a notice. 

The investigation covers the period from January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023, the ministry said. 

POM copolymer can partially replace metals such as copper and zinc, and has various applications, including in auto parts, electronics, medical equipment, and construction and building materials.