The Chinese Commerce Ministry said on Wednesday that it will extend an anti-dumping investigation into brandy imports from the European Union (EU) by three months.

Given the complexity of the case, the ministry said in a statement that it has decided to extend the investigation to July 5, 2025.

Initiated on January 5, 2024, following a request from the China Alcoholic Drinks Association on behalf of the domestic industry, the probe had been extended to be concluded by April 5, 2025.

The anti-dumping investigation looks at spirits obtained by distilling grape wine in containers holding less than 200 liters imported from October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2023, according to the ministry.

Since October 11, 2024, China has imposed temporary anti-dumping measures on brandy originating from the EU.

(With input from Xinhua)