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REPORT (COM(2025)0034 – C100006/2025 – 2025/0021(COD))

On the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on the modification of customs duties applicable to imports of certain goods originating in or exported directly or indirectly from the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus

A-10-2025-0087

Committee on International Trade · Rapporteur: Inese Vaidere

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Parliament's amended version of the proposed regulation modifies customs duties on imports of certain goods from Russia and Belarus, covering fertilisers and remaining agricultural products. It aims to eliminate dependencies on Russian imports, prevent circumvention via Belarus, and support EU fertiliser production and supply diversification. Tariff increases on nitrogen-based fertilisers will be phased in over three years, with monitoring and possible mitigating measures if fertiliser prices rise substantially. All agricultural imports from Russia will face prohibitive tariffs, and measures apply to Belarus to prevent circumvention.

Committee position. The Committee on International Trade proposes that Parliament adopt its position at first reading, taking over the Commission proposal without amendments.

Key points

  1. The regulation modifies customs duties on imports of certain goods originating in or exported from Russia and Belarus.
  2. Parliament adopts its position at first reading, taking over the Commission proposal.
  3. The regulation aims to eliminate dependencies on Russian imports, particularly fertilisers, and prevent circumvention through Belarus.
  4. Tariff increases on nitrogen-based fertilisers will be gradual over a transition period of three years.
  5. The tariffs will support EU domestic fertiliser production and diversification of supply from third countries.
  6. Monitoring provisions and mitigating measures are included should a substantial increase in fertiliser prices occur.
  7. Tariff measures also apply to Belarus to prevent Russian imports being circumvented through Belarus.
  8. The regulation targets the remaining agricultural imports from Russia not yet subject to increased tariffs, with prohibitive tariff levels.
  9. The measures aim to prevent Russia from benefiting financially from exports to the EU to fund its war against Ukraine.

Who is affected

  • Importers of goods from Russia and Belarus, particularly fertilisers and agricultural products.
  • EU farmers, who will face gradual tariff changes and potential price impacts.
  • EU fertiliser producers, who may benefit from reduced Russian competition.
  • Third-country suppliers, who may replace Russian exporters.

Figures and deadlines

  • Imports from Russia decreased by 85% compared to pre-war levels.
  • In 2023, EU imports of urea and nitrogen-based fertilisers from Russia were 3.6 million tonnes, worth EUR 1.28 billion, over 25% of total EU imports.
  • In 2024, imports increased to 4.4 million tonnes, worth EUR 1.5 billion, with a 30% import share.
  • EU fertiliser production reached 14 million tonnes in 2023, down from an average of 18 million tonnes in the previous 5 years.
  • European industry has around 20% spare capacity (ca 3 million tonnes), on top of 9.5 million tonnes of nitrogen fertilisers exported in 2024.

Legal basis: Article 207(2) and Article 294(2) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union