Russia's Fertilizer Subsidies Lead to U.S. Duty Hikes
Published Date: 4/17/2026
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Summary
The U.S. Department of Commerce found that JSC Apatit, a Russian company making phosphate fertilizers, got unfair government help in 2023. Because of this, extra duties (taxes) will apply to their products to keep things fair for U.S. businesses. These changes take effect starting April 17, 2026, and could affect prices and trade with Russia.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 3 costs, 0 mixed.
12.71% Duty on JSC Apatit Imports
The Department of Commerce found that JSC Apatit received countervailable subsidies for January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023 and set a net countervailable subsidy rate of 12.71 percent ad valorem for JSC Apatit (and its cross-owned affiliates). This rate is tied to entries during the period of review (Jan 1, 2023–Dec 31, 2023).
Cash Deposits Collected Starting April 17, 2026
Upon publication, Commerce will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection to collect cash deposits of estimated countervailing duties equal to the company-specific rate (12.71%) for JSC Apatit on shipments entered or withdrawn for consumption on or after April 17, 2026. For non-reviewed firms, CBP will continue to collect deposits at the all-others rate or the most recent company-specific rate.
Assessment of Duties on 2023 Entries
Commerce will assess countervailing duties on appropriate entries of subject merchandise for the period of review (January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023) in accordance with the final results. Commerce intends to issue assessment instructions to U.S. Customs and Border Protection no earlier than 35 days after publication, and liquidation may be held if a timely summons is filed.
Measure Intended to Protect U.S. Businesses
Commerce states the extra duties are to keep things fair for U.S. businesses. The final results take effect with publication on April 17, 2026, and Commerce notes these changes could affect prices and trade with Russia.
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