\u0627\u0644\u0642\u0627\u0647\u0631\u0629 \u2013 \u0628\u0632\u0646\u0633 \u0631\u064a\u0628\u0648\u0631\u062a \u0627\u0644\u0625\u062e\u0628\u0627\u0631\u064a|| The Egyptian Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade has officially issued Decision No. 340 for the year 2026, which formally cancels three prior ministerial decisions regarding the imposition of export duties on nitrogen fertilizer shipments. This regulatory change is set to take effect starting from the first day of August 2026, marking a significant shift in the country’s trade policy for this specific agricultural sector.<\/p>\n
The newly issued decision explicitly nullifies Ministerial Decisions numbered 190, 203, and 258, all dated within the year 2026. These previous decrees had established the framework for regulating export fees applied specifically to nitrogen fertilizers and ammonium nitrate products. The cancellation effectively removes the financial barriers that were previously mandated by these administrative orders.<\/p>\n
Decision No. 190 of 2026 originally introduced an export fee applicable to all types of nitrogen fertilizer exports without exception. Subsequently, Decision No. 203 of 2026 created a specific exemption, stating that pure ammonium nitrate exports with a nitrogen concentration exceeding 34.2 percent would not be subject to the fee established by the earlier regulation. This created a complex tiered system for exporters.<\/p>\n
Furthermore, Decision No. 258 of 2026 had imposed a substantial export fee on all nitrogen fertilizer exports calculated at ten percent of the free-on-board value. This decision also excluded pure ammonium nitrate with nitrogen concentrations above 34.2 percent from this levy. The current abolition ends the enforcement of these procedures, including the specific ten percent charge that was a major component of the previous regulatory landscape.<\/p>\n
The issuance of this repeal decision followed a thorough review of various laws and regulations governing import and export activities. The process incorporated correspondence from the Minister of Industry, letter number 6035 dated July 28, 2026, and a communication from the Secretary-General of the Council of Ministers, document number 14731 dated July 29, 2026.<\/p>\n
Crucially, the decision relied on the approval granted by the Council of Ministers during its meeting number 104, held on July 30, 2026. This approval was based on recommendations presented by the head of the Foreign Trade Agreements Sector, ensuring that the policy shift aligns with broader national economic strategies and international trade commitments.<\/p>\n
Article Two of the new decree mandates its publication in the Official Gazette, known as the Egyptian Gazette. The implementation date is strictly defined as the first of August 2026. This timeline allows market participants sufficient time to adjust their operational models and pricing structures in anticipation of the removal of the export duties.<\/p>\n
By eliminating these fees, the government aims to enhance the competitiveness of Egyptian nitrogen fertilizers in global markets. The removal of the ten percent levy reduces the cost burden on exporters, potentially increasing profit margins and encouraging higher volumes of shipments. This move supports the strategic goal of boosting non-oil exports and strengthening the agricultural supply chain internationally.<\/p>\n
This story was produced in the newsroom from the disclosed sources named above.<\/em><\/p>\n