US sets high solar import duties on India, Indonesia, Laos
12 Sept 2026
The US Commerce Department has made a final decision on solar imports. It will charge very high duties on solar panels from India, Indonesia, and Laos.
For Indian producers, the anti-dumping margin is 123.04%. This is a big tax on their goods.
This means solar panels from these countries will cost much more in the US. US buyers may look for other suppliers.
For small online shops in Bangladesh, this news may not change things right away. But it could affect the price and supply of solar products in the region.
Who this affects
- Shop owners who sell solar panels or solar kits online.
- Shops that buy solar products from India, Indonesia, or Laos.
- Anyone planning to start selling solar items soon.
What to do about it
- Check your current stock of solar products. See where they were made.
- Ask your supplier if prices will change because of the new US duties.
- Look for other countries to buy solar panels from, like China or Vietnam.
- Tell your customers early if you need to raise prices.
- Watch for news about other countries raising their own duties.
First reported by The Daily Star, business. We read their report and wrote this in our own words. Numbers are theirs.