Tire manufacturers asked to protect the Russian market from imports

Major car tire manufacturers have asked the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) to protect the Russian market from increasingly increasing imports, mainly from China. The investigation may lead to the introduction of quotas or duties on imports in the amount of about 30%, Kommersant reported on April 16, citing its sources.

According to the publication, the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) was asked by major tire manufacturers, including companies such as Cordiant, Kama, Ikon Tyres and Belshina, to conduct a special protective investigation into passenger cars and light-duty tires imported into the EAEU.

Experts interviewed by the publication believe that the potential imposition of duties will affect the prices of imported tires, and for those consumers who can afford only cheap (Chinese) tires, the changes will be negative.

It is noted that China accounts for about 75% of shipments, mainly budget segment tires. According to the CRPT, in 2024, 25.8 million passenger tires were imported into the Russian Federation, which was a record result, and in 2025 — 25.4 million units.

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Earlier, on April 10, it was reported that the Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS) had requested information from Russian tire manufacturers on production and supply volumes for 2025, as well as exports. The agency announced this on April 10. Thus, based on the information received, the FAS intends to assess the level of competition in the market and identify areas where antimonopoly regulation measures are needed.

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