PROSPECTS FOR USING CUSTOMS DUTY RATES IN OPTIMIZING THE STRUCTURE OF FOOD IMPORTS IN THE REPUBLIC OF UZBEKISTAN

This article provides a scientific and practical analysis of the prospects for using customs duty rates in the process of optimizing the structure of food imports in the Republic of Uzbekistan. The study reveals the role of customs-tariff mechanisms in ensuring food security, reducing import dependency, and stimulating domestic production. Specifically, a mechanism for assessing the level of import dependency based on import volume, domestic production capacity, population dietary needs, and FAO standards has been developed. Furthermore, proposals for setting import customs duty rates for food products based on the principle of tariff escalation are put forward. The results of the research are of practical importance in improving customs tariff policy and strengthening national food security.