The range of imported alcohol in federal networks in June-August decreased by 40% to 95% depending on the category compared to the same period in 2021. In the next three months, their number may decrease by another 40-50% .
During the summer, the supply of alcoholic beverages from large retailers decreased between 60 and 100%. Imports of sparkling wines from the Champagne region have stopped completely, whiskey supplies are down 70%, French cognac and imported beer are down 60%, Kommersant reported.
In this context, the purchase prices of imported alcohol have increased between 27% and 40% since February and 70% for some items, ACORT said.
Alcohol imports to Russia are declining with the start of a special operation in Ukraine and a new wave of sanctions: the United States banned the shipment of alcohol, several companies stopped deliveries or left the market.
In August, retailers applied to legalize the parallel importation of several brands of alcohol, including Moet, Veuve Clicqout, Finland, Jack Daniel`s, Hennessy.
“Grey” imports will help preserve the assortment, increase the level of tax and excise collection, and will also be able to prevent an increase in the share of illegal products, according to AKORT.
Alcohol distributors see quality control risks in the move, as well as the authorities’ reluctance to open up the market to several iconic foreign brands.
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karina pardaeva
Source: RB
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