SWA comments on deal to halve whisky tariffs in China

Commenting on the news that whisky tariffs in China had been halved from 10% to 5%, Mark Kent, Chief Executive of the SWA, said “China is a priority growth market for many Scotch Whisky producers, which in recent decades has developed into a knowledgeable and premium focused market with a strong appreciation of Scotch. The proposed tariff reduction from 10% to 5% has the potential to re-energise exports of Scotch to this important market. We are very grateful to the Prime Minister and officials on both sides for this welcome development and look forward to working with the UK Government on the rapid implementation of the tariff reduction, as part of wider work to improve competitiveness in all Scotch Whisky’s global markets.”