The customs explained the procedure for payment and exemption from export duty on soybeans and rapeseed.

The State Customs Service of Ukraine has published an official letter with clarifications regarding the application of export duty on soybean and rapeseed seeds, which came into effect on September 4, 2025. Recall that under Law No. 4536-IX, the duty rate is set at 10% of the customs value of the goods for soybeans (code 1201) and rapeseed or colza seeds (code 1205). At the same time, the document provides for exemption from paying the duty for agricultural producers who export their own grown produce, as well as for agricultural cooperatives that sell seeds grown by their members. To confirm the origin of the produce, such exporters must obtain an expert opinion from the Trade and Industrial Chamber of Ukraine or a regional TIC, which is recognized by customs authorities as an official document for granting the exemption. As the customs service notes, Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No. 1256 of October 3, 2025 (which came into effect on October 5) defines the detailed procedure ...