Russia is launching an experiment to strengthen control over the… (стоимость · одежда · товар)
Russia is launching an experiment to strengthen control over the import of clothing and footwear by automatically cross-checking customs valuation data with tax records and the 'Chestny Znak' tracking system, aiming to detect under-declaration of value and tax evasion. The initiative involves cooperation between Minpromtorg, FNS, and FTС and is set to begin before the end of 2026.
Consensus
- Minpromtorg, FNS, and FTС are launching an experiment to strengthen control over clothing and footwear imports.
- The experiment involves automatic cross-checking of customs valuation data with tax records and the 'Chestny Znak' system.
- The goal is to track products from import to sale and detect discrepancies indicating under-declaration of value or tax evasion.
- The initiative is expected to begin before the end of 2026.
- Discrepancies between declared customs value and retail price may indicate attempts to avoid tariffs and taxes.
Points of divergence
- In January–May 2026, production of light industry goods in Russia decreased by 4.6% year-on-year. — vedomosti
- In the first quarter of 2026, clothing imports from China to Russia increased by 60% year-on-year, with woven garments up 76.7% and knitted goods up 45.5%. — vedomosti
- In 2025, the volume of imports reached 1.6 trillion rubles, with about 60% coming from China, Vietnam, and Bangladesh. — vedomosti
- The new mechanism is part of digitalization of state control, according to a federal official familiar with the project discussion. — vedomosti
- FNS has already implemented pre-registration for shipments from EAEU countries. — vedomosti
- Verba Legal noted that integration of agency data will improve control accuracy and expand risk analysis. — vedomosti
Coverage (2 sources)
- Russia to tighten control on import of clothing and footwear — Ведомости
- Authorities plan to strengthen control over clothing and footwear imports — Вести