Belarus has banned the import of Skoda cars and Nivea cosmetics into the country

The government of Belarus has banned the import of a number of goods, according to the website of the Cabinet of Ministers.

“In order to ensure the protection of national interests, taking into account unfriendly actions against the Belarusian people, the government has established a list of goods prohibited for import and sale on the territory of the Republic of Belarus,” the message says.

Sanctioned goods are the following manufacturers:

the German company Liqui Moly, which produces automotive oils, lubricants and additives; Czech car manufacturer Škoda Auto; German manufacturer of skin care products Beiersdorf AG (brands NIVEA, Eucerin, Tesa, Hanspalast, etc.)

If prohibited goods are detected when they are imported into the country, they will be sent back. If sanctioned products are found in stores, markets, exhibitions, fairs or online sales, sellers will be ordered to prohibit the sale of such goods.