Key Takeaways

• The measure seeks to close remaining ‘loopholes’ in the EU’s Russian oil embargo and maintain consistency with allied sanctions.
• The safe-harbour country presumption eases compliance for imports from established crude exporters but can be rebutted by competent Member State authorities.
• Risk-based due diligence remains essential: importers must be ready to demonstrate non-Russian origin if challenged.
• Companies should now review supply chains, update contractual clauses, and ensure they can substantiate origin claims in due course.
• On 15 October 2025, the UK announced intent to impose similar measures in due course.

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