Since May 17, 2024, the Ministry of Agriculture of Kazakhstan has been accepting applications to confirm the intended purpose of imported raw cane sugar for industrial processing, limiting the amount to no more than 300,000 tons. The order, approved on May 14, 2024, outlines the process for confirming the intended purpose, requiring various documents to be submitted, and stipulates that the imported sugar can only be used for domestic consumption with tariff benefits. Additionally, the order mandates an annual report on the intended use of the imported sugar to be submitted to the authorized body by the importing and processing organizations.