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Member companies of the European Business Association report the de facto blockade of woodworking product shipments at Polish customs. Since March 15, Polish customs authorities have been halting trucks carrying Ukrainian woodworking products without explanation.<\/p>\n
According to preliminary information, the Polish side is stopping shipments to verify the origin of raw materials used by Ukrainian manufacturers, particularly to ensure compliance with sanctions. However, the Polish customs authorities have not provided any specific claims regarding document discrepancies or violations to the member companies of the EBA’s Woodworking and Furniture Committee.<\/p>\n
Ukrainian enterprises are submitting all necessary customs clearance documents upon request, including supply contracts with branches of the State Specialized Forest Enterprise “Forests of Ukraine,” delivery notes, logging tickets, certificates of origin, and other essential documents confirming the legality and transparency of their operations. These documents also prove that no raw materials of Russian or Belarusian origin are being used.<\/p>\n
The EBA’s experts acknowledge the necessity of enforcing and verifying the sanctions regime. However, despite providing all required documents to confirm the legality and origin of the raw materials, shipments continue to be delayed and blocked. As a result, companies are forced to bear additional costs due to downtime and make adjustments to their established logistics chains.<\/p>\n
The current situation poses serious threats to Ukraine’s woodworking industry. The sector is almost entirely export-oriented, and the blockade results in direct losses of foreign exchange revenue, causing multimillion-dollar damages to both businesses and the state budget of Ukraine.<\/p>\n
Experts warn that prolonged shipment blockages could lead to production shutdowns, loss of export contracts, mass layoffs, and a shortfall in tax revenues at all levels.<\/p>\n
In response, the European Business Association has appealed to the Government, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Ministry of Economy, urging them to investigate the reasons for the blockade and find solutions to resolve this issue.<\/p>\n
The EBA\u2019s experts highlight that this is not the first case of restrictions on Ukrainian exports. In 2023 and 2024, similar actions by Polish customs authorities already led to a significant loss of European market clients for Ukrainian producers, seriously affecting the competitiveness of domestic enterprises.<\/p>\n
The free movement of goods across the border is a crucial element of Ukraine’s economic stability. Therefore, the EBA is ready to cooperate with authorities and other stakeholders to find effective solutions aimed at restoring a normal export-import regime and maintaining economic stability.<\/p>\n
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