Ministry of Investments explains increase in recycling fee for imported electric vehicles
An official from the Ministry of Investments, Industry, and Trade of Uzbekistan commented on the recent increase in the recycling fee for imported electric vehicles, while all locally produced electric vehicles and hybrids will remain exempt. He highlighted that the goal is to meet the growing demand for electric and hybrid vehicles with locally made, 'green' technology options.
On the increase in the recycling fee for electric vehicles, Inomjon Abdurakhmonov, the Head of the Department of Foreign Trade at the Ministry, stated that "The recycling fee is one of the tools used to regulate foreign trade activities. It can serve to ensure environmental safety, protect citizens' health, and prevent the harmful effects of vehicles that have lost their consumer value."
Abdurakhmonov further noted that until January 1, 2030, all electric vehicles and hybrids produced in Uzbekistan will be exempt from the recycling fee.
"The primary goal of this decision is to provide consumers with locally produced vehicles based on 'green' technologies, considering the growing demand for electric and hybrid vehicles," Abdurahmonov emphasized.
He also pointed out that establishing a comprehensive infrastructure and launching plants for waste recycling and secondary processing of automotive components, particularly batteries, will require significant investments and at least 10 to 15 years.
"I believe that the increase in the recycling fee for electric vehicles in Uzbekistan, in addition to addressing environmental challenges, will contribute to the development of facilities for battery recycling and waste processing in the country," the post stated.
Earlier, Kun.uz reported that the recycling fee for electric vehicles had been raised in Uzbekistan.
Starting from May 1, 2025, the fee may reach up to 78.5 million UZS, depending on the year of manufacture.
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