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Putin Halts Dempfer Zeroing, Suspends Excise on Blended Diesel Through May 2026

The Energy Ministry says the temporary steps aim to preserve producer compensation to steady domestic fuel prices.

Overview

  • The presidential decrees take effect from October 1, 2025 to May 1, 2026, according to the official legal publication.
  • Dempfer payments will be calculated without the usual allowable price‑deviation condition for AI‑92 gasoline and diesel until Tax Code amendments are adopted.
  • Diesel produced by mixing with aviation kerosene is excluded from excise when made by Russian entities without refinery‑registration status, supporting winter‑grade output.
  • Officials frame the moves alongside existing export restrictions for non‑producers through the end of 2025 as tools to stabilize the domestic market and ensure supply.
  • Reports have noted regional fuel shortages and refinery outages in recent weeks, and authorities say the measures aim to keep more fuel in the home market.