The Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) applies a unified system of tariff preferences for a number of countries, allowing reduced customs duties on certain goods. This mechanism helps importers cut costs and increase competitiveness an especially valuable advantage in today’s environment of sanctions pressure and shifting trade routes.

Legal Framework

  • Decision of the Customs Union Commission No. 130 (27.11.2009). On the Unified Customs and Tariff Regulation of the Eurasian Economic Union → defines the list of beneficiary countries, including 🇵🇰 Pakistan and 🇪🇹 Ethiopia. Link
  • Decision of the EEC Council No. 8 (13.01.2017) → specifies the list of goods eligible for preferential treatment. Link

Examples of Goods in the List. ☕ coffee | 🍵 tea | 🍚 rice | 🥦 vegetables | 🍎 fruits | 🥛 dairy products | 🍯 honey | 🍫 cocoa beans | 🪡 silk | 🏺 stoneware | 🏠 carpets and more.

Duty Rates

  • Developing countries (e.g., Pakistan) → 75% of the Unified Customs Tariff rate.
  • Least developed countries (e.g., Ethiopia) → 0% (full exemption).

Conditions for Receiving Tariff Preferences

  1. Product inclusion. The goods must be listed in the EEC Council Decision No. 8.
  2. Proof of origin. For shipment up to €5,000 → origin declaration; Over €5,000 → certificate of origin.
  3. Direct shipment. Compliance with clauses 69–70 of the rules, with supporting documents.
  4. Administrative cooperation. Adherence to all regulations governing interaction with customs authorities.

Conclusion

By meeting these conditions, importers in the EAEU can significantly reduce import costs and strengthen the market position of their products. In the current geopolitical and economic climate, preferential trade agreements are not just a tool for cost-saving they are a strategic asset for building resilient supply chains.