Why is this important
Simplifying the rules for importing dietary supplements eliminates the uncertainty faced by citizens when crossing the border. Clear limits reduce the risk of disputes with customs authorities and make the rules equally understandable for everyone. This also reflects an effort to adapt regulation to the real needs of the population.
What happened
- Uzbekistan has simplified the procedure for the duty-free import of dietary supplements for individuals.
- The changes are закреплены by a Cabinet of Ministers resolution and introduce unified rules instead of the previous system based on the form of the product.
- The new procedure eliminates inconsistencies that arose when limits were exceeded within a single package.
Numbers and facts
- Individuals may import up to 10 types of dietary supplements in primary packaging, with no more than one package of each type, without paying customs duties.
- The total weight of the products must not exceed 3 kilograms.
- Previously, restrictions depended on the form: tablets and capsules were allowed up to 100 units, and powdered forms up to 0.5 kilograms.
- There was no clear procedure for cases where the quantity in one packaging exceeded the established limit.
Context
- For citizens, the rules have become simpler and clearer — it is now enough to focus on the number of packages and the total weight.
- Businesses involved in the sale of dietary supplements gain more predictable import conditions for private orders.
- Customs authorities will be able to apply a unified approach without disputes during inspections.
