Tariff Quota Decision on Imports of Certain Industrial Products – Presidential Decision No. 10793 (Türkiye)

Scope

The Decision covers a range of chemical inputs, catalysts, natural resins, and specialized aluminum alloy sheets, as specified in the annexed list. These products are typically used as industrial inputs in manufacturing processes. The tariff quotas apply only to the quantities and periods explicitly defined, and only to products that meet the detailed technical descriptions provided in the Decision.

Certain products are subject to end-use control, meaning the reduced duty rate applies only if the goods are used for the specific industrial purposes stated in the product description.

Tariff Quota Application

For imports made within the tariff quota limits, the customs duty rate indicated in the Decision—0%—is applied. For any imports outside the quota, the applicable customs duty is determined in accordance with the current Import Regime Decision.

The quota validity period is clearly defined as 16 February 2026 through 31 December 2026 (inclusive).

Application and Allocation Rules

The Decision itself does not detail the procedural mechanics for quota applications or allocations. Instead, it explicitly authorizes the Ministry of Trade to regulate:

• applications for tariff quota usage,
• allocation and management of quotas, and
• operational implementation

through one or more implementing communiqués. For this Decision, the relevant framework is set out in Communiqué No: 2026/2, which governs application methods, allocation criteria, and usage conditions.

Validity and Entry into Force

The Decision entered into force on the date of its publication, 31 December 2025. The tariff quota benefits apply only within the explicitly defined quota period ending 31 December 2026.

Compliance Assessment

From a practical perspective, this Decision provides a cost-reduction opportunity for manufacturers dependent on specific chemical and industrial inputs. However, the benefit is tightly linked to:

• correct product classification,
• strict adherence to technical definitions, and
• timely and accurate quota applications under the implementing communiqué.

Companies should align procurement planning with quota availability and closely monitor quota exhaustion risks, particularly for high-volume items. Early coordination between procurement, customs, and compliance teams is essential to fully benefit from the tariff quota while avoiding duty exposure outside the quota limits.

See the legislation document.