The protocol of the Interdepartmental Commission on Work with the World Trade Organization has been approved. From February 17, 2026, to January 1, 2027, reduced import duty rates will apply to a range of goods, with exemptions provided for certain categories.

The protocol dated February 16, 2026, introduces temporarily lowered import duty rates in place of current ones for several items, aiming to stimulate the production of high-value-added industrial goods, enhance competitiveness, and support domestic manufacturers.

The temporary rates will be in effect from February 17, 2026, to January 1, 2027. Additionally, until January 1, 2027, for goods imported for tobacco production under specific codes of the Foreign Economic Activity Commodity Nomenclature, reduced rates apply based on a positive conclusion from the State Unitary Enterprise "Center for Expertise of Projects and Import Contracts." If these conditions are not met, current rates will be enforced.

Under the reduced rates, a 3 percent import duty has been set for fruit concentrates used in producing juices from oranges, pineapples, grapefruits, pomelos, and other citrus fruits.

A key innovation includes the exemption from import duties for diamonds, precious and semi-precious stones, as well as aluminum wire used in cable production.

Source: kun.uz