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Call for input on goods for cost of living tariff suspensions

Summary

We are seeking views on the tariff suspensions of agricultural goods, fertilisers, and kerosene to help mitigate the consumer impact of the conflict in the Middle East.

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Consultation description

The conflict in the Middle East has put significant upward pressure on prices for consumers. In response to this, the government is exploring whether the temporary suspension of import tariffs could lead to benefits for households and families. View our first cost of living tariff suspensions package, announced in April 2026.

We are continuing to consider every avenue we can take to support British households during this ongoing crisis, including a potential second package of tariff suspensions to include foodstuffs, fertilisers, and kerosene.

However, we recognise temporary tariff reductions on these goods may have unforeseen effects on domestic business and other UK stakeholders. We are therefore seeking stakeholder views through this call for input on the goods considered within this second cost of living tariff suspensions package.

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Annex A: goods for potential tariff suspensions to help mitigate inflation caused by the conflict in the Middle East

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Published 27 May 2026

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