Article 8. Features of the application of protective measures

In exceptional cases, if before the completion of an investigation by an authorized body is established that the delay with the application of protective measures can cause serious damage to the industry of the economy, which will be difficult to remove later, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan on the basis of the preliminary conclusion of the authorized body may take a decision on the application of temporary protective measures, under condition of continuing the authorized body of the investigation in order to obtain a final conclusion.

A temporary protective measure is applied in the form of a temporary special duty.

If by the results of the investigation by the authorized body is found no serious damage or threat of causing serious damage to the sector of the economy as a result of increased imports of goods, the paid amount of temporary special duty shall be refunded to the payer in accordance with the procedure established by the legislation for the return of customs duties.

If the protective measure in the form of a special duty is applied in an amount less than the temporary special duty, the difference shall be returned to the payer in the manner prescribed by law for the return of customs duties.

If the protective measure in the form of a special duty is applied in an amount greater than the temporary special duty, the difference is not levied from the payer.

In cases established by law, at the request of an authorized body, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan may reduce the amount of protective measures.