The Government of Russia has introduced a 35% import customs duty on crumb rubber produced from mechanically shredded waste tyres and originating from countries classified as “non-friendly states,” except for Hungary and Slovakia
The measure is set out in Government Decree No. 1445, dated 31 October 2026, which amends the existing import duty framework established under Decree No. 2240 of December 2022. The new duty will apply until 31 December 2027 inclusive.
The affected product is listed under EAEU TN VED code 4004 00 000 0 and is described as crumb rubber obtained through the mechanical shredding of waste tyres.
The decree also introduces a 25% import duty on certain hydroperoxides, including cumene hydroperoxide, under tariff code 2909 60 000 0. This measure carries the same country exemptions and validity period.
The amendments enter into force on 11 November 2026, seven days after their official publication on 3 November. The decree does not specify a change to the applicable import duties for crumb rubber originating from countries outside the designated group.
