The EU suspends customs tariffs on nitrogen fertilizers to import cheaper products and diversify supply
29 May 2026Effective: 29 May 2026183 views
Who is affected:
Farmers, importers and nitrogen fertilizer producers in the EU
Summary
The EU temporarily eliminates tariffs (5.5%-6.5%) on nitrogen fertilizers, urea and ammonia to reduce agricultural costs and decrease dependence on Russia.
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The Regulation suspends for one year the tariffs of the common customs tariff for urea, ammonia and nitrogen fertilizers, establishing autonomous tariff quotas. Exempt volumes are calculated based on MFN imports from 2024 (excluding Russia and Belarus) plus an additional 20% to promote diversification. Imports originat…
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