Eurasian Economic Commission zeroes manganese ore and concentrate import duty through August 31, 2028
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The Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission sets a zero import duty on manganese ores and concentrates under EAEU HS code 2602 00 000 0, effective through August 31, 2028. The measure is intended to cut raw-material costs for EAEU steelmakers and raise capacity utilisation.
Zero Duty
The Eurasian Economic Commission's board set a 0% import duty for manganese ores and concentrates classified under EAEU HS code 2602 00 000 0. The preferential regime will remain in force through 31 August 2028 inclusive. EEC tariff and non-tariff regulation department director Vaagn Kazaryan said the goods are the main raw material for manganese alloys.
Rationale and Market Effect
Manganese ores and concentrates are used in ferrous metallurgy as deoxidizer and alloying additive. EEC expects the duty removal to reduce procurement costs for EAEU metals producers, support higher capacity loading and expand output of higher value-added products. The commission also said the zero rate should strengthen positions of EAEU products on domestic and external markets. The measure is set for two years.
Entry into Force
The zero rate does not take effect immediately. The EEC Board decision will begin to apply 10 calendar days after its official publication. The two-year duty-free window is intended to allow market participants to plan longer-term ore purchases and production.
What's Next
The decision takes effect 10 calendar days after official publication. It remains unclear how quickly EAEU steelmakers will revise manganese ore supply contracts and whether alloy output rises as projected.
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Eurasian Economic Commission zeroes manganese ore and concentrate import duty through August 31, 2028
