Non-Tariff Barriers

Complaint

Complaint number

NTB-001-203  

NTB Type

2.6. Additional taxes and other charges  

Complaint

Malawi Laundry & confectionary imports into Zambia are levied MK20,000 to MK25,000 per invoice, where
Zambian products going to Malawi are charged with 13-27% (MBS, Surcharge, Excise duty).  

Progress update note

1. NFPs for the two countries to hold bilateral meeting by August 2024. This issue was also discussed during bilateral meeting held in Addis Ababa at the 4th NTBs Forum . Malawi to report progress from internal consultations.
2. During the 10th Meeting of the TTFSC held on 2 – 4 July 2025, Zambia requested Malawi to confirm if the export subsidies is still implemented. However, Malawi did not provide an update on the status of the NTB.  

Policy or regulatory NTB

Yes 

Location

Malawi: Malawi Revenue Authority (Government institution)  

Reporting Country or Region

Zambia  

Country specific trade issue

No  

Date of incident

2023-04-12  

Status

In process  

Product Description

Laundry & confectionary products

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Total value

0  

Date reported

2024-10-14 22:14  

Modified

2024-10-14 22:14