Goods dependent on the import of key components, as well as certain high-tech goods, are exempt from the so-called exchange rate export duties. Thus, duties will not be imposed on medicines and pharmaceutical substances, chemical products, household metal products, tools for drilling, pressing and other operations, marshmallows, marshmallows, soy protein protein and other goods. At the same time, in order to support SMEs, the so-called low-value goods, the total customs value of which does not exceed 200 euros, have been exempted from duties.
Trade
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Updated list of goods for parallel imports
The Ministry of Industry and Trade approved an updated list of goods for parallel imports
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Facilitations for importers
Participants in foreign economic activity engaged in the import of goods into Russia are exempt from the obligation to provide security for the payment of customs taxes and duties.
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Updated list of goods for parallel imports
The Ministry of Industry and Trade has updated the list of goods for parallel imports. In particular, the List has been supplemented with IKEA brand products, toys and cosmetics.
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Export restriction on inert gases
Restriction on the export of inert gases from Russia until the end of 2023
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The EAEU expands import list to mitigate foreign sanctions
The list of goods imported into the customs territory of the EAEU as part of countering foreign sanctions has been expanded. This includes certain types of goods for the production and sale of food and perfumery and cosmetic products, as well as fabrics and threads
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Parallel imports legalized
The import of in-demand original foreign-made goods is allowed without the consent of copyright holders. Liability for so-called parallel imports has been abolished. The list of eligible goods will be determined by the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
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Individual designations, third countries, expanded banned goods list
Asset freezes targeting 11 Russian individuals, 29 entities, and 3 banks.
Prohibited exports to 22 Russian military-related entities and 31 entities in third countries (e.g., China, Turkey, UAE) suspected of facilitating sanctions evasion.
Banned 335 goods that could strengthen Russia’s industrial base, such as engines, audio equipment, and tools. -
17th package of sanctions against Russia
Further restrictions on Russia’s shadow fleet to prevent circumvention of oil export bans.
Sanctions on entities in third countries (e.g., UAE, Turkey, Hong Kong) facilitating Russia’s oil trade.
Asset freezes and travel bans on additional Russian officials and companies. -
16th package of sanctions against Russia
Ban on imports of Russian primary aluminium.
Prohibition on the temporary storage of Russian oil in EU ports, targeting theshadow fleet.
Expanded export bans on goods and technologies contributing to Russia’s military capabilities.
Enhanced anti-circumvention provisions, including sanctions on third-country entities supporting Russia’s war effort.