The Russian government has decided to impose zero customs duties on imports of some types of fresh and chilled tomatoes until the end of May. writes about this TASS Based on the decision of the Council of Ministers.
The document that previously provided preferential treatment was valid until the end of February. The validity period has now been extended until May 31, provided that the amount of imported tomatoes does not exceed 100 thousand tons. The tariff advantage applies to ribbed, oblong and cherry-shaped tomatoes.
“The approval is valid from the date of signature until May 31, 2024 (inclusive).”
As stated in the document, the measure aims to stabilize the prices of this vegetable in the domestic market by increasing supply. The decision to start aid was taken by the Eurasian Economic Commission on January 26.
Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation in early February offered To increase the grain export quota to 28 million tons. It is valid until June 2024 and does not apply to EAEU countries.
Been in Russia five times before decreased Upper threshold for duty-free import of goods.