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Used Automotive Products Summary

All motor vehicles to be registered in the Czech Republic must meet European and Czech technical and safety standards. Complying with differences in American and European requirements can become a significant expense for all imported American cars. Besides import duties (10 percent), all new owners of used cars must pay an “ecological tax”, for future environmental-friendly disposal, of CZK 5000 ($220) and emission-based fees.

Reman Automotive Products Summary

All auto-parts imported to the Czech Republic must comply with the car manufacturer’s criteria for which the part is to be used. The importer is obligated to obtain these criteria from car manufacturers. If the given criteria are met, Czech Government authorities have no special requirement regarding whether the part is new, used or remanufactured; all receive the same treatment.

Remanufactured products are not well accepted by the public yet but some progress can be seen.

Heavy Duty Products Summary

New parts for assembling heavy duty vehicles are imported but this is a market mainly for manufacturers like Cummins, PACCAR, Caterpillar, etc.

Specialty Equipment Product Summary

Most imported special equipment products do not require an approval to be sold in the Czech Republic, although some parts must meet EU standards and obtain approval from the Ministry of Transportation. These parts include active and passive safety equipment, such as safety belts, lighting equipment, mirrors, glazing, brake systems and exhaust systems.

There are no quotas or limitations on these parts. Approvals can only be issued to a Czech entity - a subsidiary of a foreign firm or a Czech business partner. Applications should be addressed to the Ministry of Transportation.

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For More Information about exporting to Czech Republic contact:

Zdenek Svoboda

Commercial Specialist - Global Auto & Smart Mobility Team

U.S. Embassy Prague, Czech Republic

[email protected]

+420 602 425 323

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