Communiqué on the Application of Surveillance in Imports (Communiqué No: 2026/36)

Executive Summary

Communiqué No. 2026/36, published on 31 December 2025, introduces a new surveillance regime for the importation of calorimeters classified under GTIP 9026.80.20.90.00. Imports declared below a unit customs value of USD 60 per kilogram (gross weight) will be subject to mandatory surveillance certification. The Communiqué establishes the full procedural framework for applications, issuance, and use of Surveillance Certificates and will enter into force on 30 January 2026.

1. Scope and Substance of the Regulation

This Communiqué sets out the rules for the forward-looking application of import surveillance for a specific category of measuring instruments.

• Product covered:
• Surveillance threshold:

Only imports declared below this unit customs value fall within the scope of the surveillance requirement.

The regulation applies exclusively to calorimeters; other instruments under heading 9026 are not covered unless separately regulated.

2. Surveillance Requirement and Import Procedure

Under Article 2, the covered goods may be imported only with a valid Surveillance Certificate (Gözetim Belgesi) issued by the Ministry of Trade of Türkiye through the Import Directorate General.

Key procedural points:

• The Surveillance Certificate must be:
• Surveillance certificates are issued electronically and notified via email; no physical notification is made.
• Certificates are valid for six months.

3. Application Process

Applications must be submitted through the Single Window System (Tek Pencere Sistemi):

• Via the Ministry’s website under E-Services / Import Document Transactions, using qualified electronic signature, or
• Via e-Devlet (turkiye.gov.tr).

Key application requirements:

• Selection of document type: “TPS-0964 – Surveillance Certificate (Industrial)”
• Selection of the relevant Communiqué No: 2026/36
• Submission of all required forms and supporting documents listed in Annex-2
• In cases where electronic submission is not possible, physical applications may be accepted using Annex-1, together with a trade registry certificate.

The Ministry reserves the right to:

• Request original documents,
• Ask for additional information where inconsistencies or deficiencies are identified.

4. Practical Meaning for Importers and Required Actions

From a compliance perspective, this Communiqué introduces a new control layer for calorimeter imports.

Key implications:

• Importers declaring calorimeters at unit values below USD 60/kg (gross) must secure a Surveillance Certificate in advance.
• Valuation and gross weight accuracy become critical, as the threshold is applied strictly on a per-kilogram basis.
• Incorrect product identification (e.g. classifying non-covered instruments as calorimeters, or vice versa) may lead to:

Recommended actions for companies:

• Verify whether imported measuring devices qualify as calorimeters under GTIP 9026.80.20.90.00.
• Review pricing structures, invoices, and weight calculations against the USD 60/kg threshold.
• Align technical documentation and product descriptions to support both classification and valuation.
• Plan surveillance certificate applications ahead of shipment to avoid clearance delays after 30.01.2026.

5. Entry into Force and Legal Effect

• The Communiqué will enter into force on 30 January 2026, i.e. 30 days after publication.

See related legislation document