Russian alcohol companies are asking the government to raise the minimum price of vodka by 7% to 301 rubles from 2024. Per 0.5 liter bottle at retail. This was reported by the Kommersant newspaper, with reference to the appeal of the Association of Alcohol Producers, sent to the head of the Ministry of Finance of the Russian Federation, Anton Siluanov.
Manufacturers offer to increase the minimum sales prices, it is proposed to increase it to 229 rubles. up to 243 rubles, in the wholesale segment – from 238 rubles. up to 253 rubles, in retail – from 281 rubles. Up to 301 rubs. 0.5 l per bottle.
They explain this need by increasing excise taxes (starting from 2024, the excise duty will increase by 5% to 128.6 rubles per 0.5 liter bottle), as well as the increase in their cost due to the devaluation of imported caps, containers and materials. Ruble and increasing logistics costs.
According to experts, 300 friction is overcome. may be noticed by some consumers and lead to market stagnation.
The Ministry of Finance informed the publication that the objection was being considered. According to two Kommersant sources in the industry, the proposal of alcohol producers will be supported.
Previously Rosalkogoltabakcontrol reported On reducing the production of strong alcohol in Russia.
Earlier in Russia sharply augmented beer import