Russia Extends Ferrous Scrap Export Tariff Quota for 2026
Metal Recycling News | 2025-12-31 06:47:14
Within the quota, exporters will face a five percent duty, with a minimum of €15 per metric ton.
By Paul Ploumis
SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): The Russian government has announced the introduction of a tariff quota on exports of ferrous scrap and waste metals to countries outside the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), effective from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. The move is aimed at easing domestic oversupply by allowing producers to redirect surplus raw materials to external markets where demand remains stronger.
Under the new decree, a tariff quota of 2.2 million metric tons will apply to exports of ferrous scrap and waste metals classified under a range of HS codes, including 7204-series categories.
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Within the quota, exporters will face a five percent duty, with a minimum of €15 per metric ton. Volumes shipped above the quota will remain subject to a five percent duty, but with a sharply higher minimum charge of €290 per metric ton, effectively discouraging excess exports.
Quota allocation will be managed by the Ministry of Industry and Trade based on customs statistics from 2024–2025.
Distribution will occur in two phases, with most volumes tied to historical exports and a smaller portion reserved for new entrants. All qualifying shipments will require one-time export licenses, reinforcing tighter regulatory oversight during 2026.
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Will Russia’s 2026 ferrous scrap tariff quota effectively stabilize domestic supply?
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is Russia introducing this tariff quota?
To ease domestic oversupply of ferrous scrap and redirect surplus to markets where demand is stronger.
- What are the duty rates under the new quota?
Exports within the 2.2M-ton quota face a 5% duty with a €15/ton minimum; excess shipments incur a 5% duty with a €290/ton minimum.
- How will the quota be allocated?
The Ministry of Industry and Trade will allocate quotas based on 2024–2025 customs statistics, with most volumes going to historical exporters and a portion reserved for new entrants.
