FMCG

The FMCG Committee brings together senior representatives from leading manufacturers, distributors, and GR experts to address regulatory and operational issues in Kazakhstan’s consumer goods sector. It serves as a platform to align industry views and engage with government stakeholders on key policy matters on FMCG sector. The Committee focuses on digital labeling, certification, import procedures, and trade facilitation. It promotes a transparent, predictable regulatory environment that supports market growth and fair competition. Through regular engagement, the Committee contributes to policy development and advocates for practical solutions that enhance the FMCG sector’s sustainability and consumer access to quality products.

Working Groups/Issues

Issue	Short description	Status
Track & Trace Labelling: Beer	The proposed expansion of Kazakhstan’s track-and-trace system to the beer industry raises major cost and efficiency concerns. AmCham members warn it will burden producers and retailers, distort competition, and discourage local production without proven benefits in reducing illicit trade.	Ongoing
Track & Trace Labelling: Confectionary	The introduction of mandatory digital labelling requirements raises concerns regarding implementation timelines, technical and operational readiness, treatment of imported products, system integration, and the additional compliance costs for manufacturers and importers.	Ongoing
Track & Trace Labelling: Supplements; Drinks; Household detergents	The introduction of mandatory digital labelling requirements raises concerns regarding implementation timelines, technical and operational readiness, treatment of imported products, system integration, and the additional compliance costs for manufacturers and importers.	Watchlist
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)	Persistent transparency and efficiency issues in Kazakhstan’s EPR system limit its effectiveness in managing packaging waste. Establishing a collective EPR model aligned with international best practices could significantly boost recycling rates and reduce environmental impact.	Watchlist
Healthy Nutrition Concept	Anticipated regulations may affect product composition, labeling, and marketing practices, especially in relation to health claims.	Watchlist
National Product Catalog (duplicate code issue)	Order #433, Sep 15, requiring GTIN codes from January, for all products in national catalog, all invoices, and other docs	Watchlist
Responsible Treatment of Animals	It concerns proposed changes to the animal welfare framework that could allow stray or unowned animals to be euthanized after a short shelter period if they are not adopted, are sick, or are considered dangerous.	Watchlist
Packaging technical regulation (food-contact packaging)	A draft regulation had resurfaced, with concerns about requirements and alignment with international approaches.	On hold
Authorized manufacturers/authorized persons register (EAEU)	The document under discussion in the EAEU context is likely affecting importer operations and anti-gray import controls.	Watchlist

Frequency of Meetings

Committee Meetings – quarterly
Working Group Meetings – by request

Key Achievements

Positive progress in Track&Trace Issue:

Adoption of a phased rollout schedule for the national Track & Trace system.
Introduction of compensation mechanisms for businesses’ capital expenditures related to Track & Trace implementation.
Extension of the implementation timeline for the beer industry by 11 months – from February 2026 to January 2027.

PM Council for Improving the Investment Climate

September 19, 2025 – Issue raised at the Prime Minister’s Council for Improving the Investment Climate.

Engagement with Goverment

September 19, 2025 – Issue raised at the PM’s Council.
October 7, 2025 – Follow-up meeting held with Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin.
November 14, 2025 – Letter sent to he Vice Minister of Trade and Integration Yerzhan Birzhanov regarding the National Product Catalog (NPC).
December 2, 2025 – Online meeting with the Vice Minister of Trade and Integration Yerzhan Birzhanov on the National Product Catalog (NPC).
July 27, 2026 – In-person meeting with Mr. Aset Nusupov, Vice Minister of Trade and representatives from Ministry of Agriculture on the confectionary Track & Trace issue.

How to Join an AmCham Committee

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