The Association of Trading and Manufacturing Companies of Radio-Electronic Equipment (RATEK) has requested that the Russian government postpone the implementation of the new technology fee, currently scheduled for December 1, 2026. RATEK president Alexander Onishchuk submitted the appeal to Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin on November 10, 2026.
The association warns that the lack of finalized calculation and payment rules, combined with untested state information systems, prevents businesses from adjusting their financial planning and supply contracts. The Ministry of Justice previously noted the risks of an early launch and recommended allowing a reasonable adaptation period for companies.
The technology fee applies to manufacturers and importers of electronics and components. Base rates per unit are set at 746 ₽ for laptops, 373 ₽ for smartphones, and between 37 ₽ and 149 ₽ for various telephone devices. The government aims to collect 1.06 ₽ billion in 2026, followed by 11.7 ₽ billion in 2027.
RATEK, which includes major retailers like M.Video-Eldorado and DNS, as well as international manufacturers such as Samsung, LG, and Huawei, argues that the current timeline threatens to disrupt business processes and supply chains during the high-load fourth quarter of 2026.