India's Bicycle Economy
Competing With China
How Chinese bicycles and parts compete with Indian makers, anti-dumping duties, and India's efforts to export more bicycles.
China is the world’s largest bicycle producer.
Competition
- Cheap Chinese bicycles and parts compete in India.
- China dominates premium components.
Trade measures
India imposed anti-dumping duties on some Chinese bicycle parts and raised tariffs.
Exports
India exports bicycles to Africa, Europe and elsewhere, but its share is small compared with China’s.
Quality
Indian makers invest in lighter alloy frames and better quality.
Opportunity
Global buyers seeking China+1 options could turn to India.
The alloy frame
A Ludhiana maker invests in alloy frame production to compete with imports.
Thinking India leads in bicycle exports
China dominates exports.
Key takeaways
- China is the largest producer.
- India imposed anti-dumping duties.
- India exports to Africa and Europe.
- China+1 may help India.
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