In Ukraine, March witnessed the identification of violations during the import of vegetables and fruits, leading to reduced prices amounting to UAH 141.2 million, as stated by Danylo Hetmantsev, Head of the parliamentary committee on finance, tax, and customs policy. Hetmantsev highlighted the collaborative efforts of the State Tax Service of Ukraine and the State Customs Service in pinpointing and halting the operations of businesses engaged in importing vegetables and fruits at diminished prices.
Detailing the modus operandi, Hetmantsev revealed, "Mega LLC imports grapes with a price reduction of 90%, tomatoes by 87%, nectarines by 85.3%. The work scheme of such importers provides for the sale of goods for cash with the subsequent 'sale' of non-existent goods by performing fictitious transactions." He further explained that the scheme's identification is facilitated by the significant volumes of perishable goods purportedly in storage. Additionally, Hetmantsev noted that the tax burden for businesses implicated in tax evasion varies from zero to 0.12%.
The crackdown on these fraudulent activities has led to the blockade of the scammers' operations, with the relevant materials being forwarded to the Economic Security Bureau. Efforts to unearth such malpractices are ongoing, underscoring the commitment to maintaining integrity within the sector.
Source: en.interfax.com.ua