The EU's new steel allocation, set to enter into force on July 1, was introduced in response to global steel overcapacity, which has been hurting EU producers. The measure aims to restrict tariff-free steel imports to 18.3 million metric tons per year, a 47% reduction.

SA steel industry races to gauge impact as tougher EU import rules take effect

Países do bloco poderão importar 18,3 milhões de toneladas por ano; excedente terá 50% de taxa