Is the originality of the equipment and the legality of supply in Ukraine important for Ukrainians - video survey

Ukrainians are paying more and more attention to the details of the process of purchasing equipment. Participants in a video survey conducted in the capital testified that they are concerned about the price and originality of the equipment, as well as the official supply and the possibility of warranty service, writes UNN.

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Against the background of the growth of commodity supply and the active spread of "gray" imports, consumers are increasingly choosing between officially imported equipment and cheaper alternatives from illegal suppliers. The latter not only avoid paying taxes and are not responsible to buyers, but also often sell used or non-original equipment under the guise of new ones. This creates significant risks for both consumers and the state.

The answers of the survey participants illustrate a wide range of approaches to consumer choice. Some respondents emphasized that it is important to support official imports, as this guarantees quality, availability of service and payment of taxes to the budget.

Probably, this gives me more confidence that the equipment will last longer, and I will be able, in case of anything, to contact the service center if it is represented in Ukraine. Therefore, yes, it is important for me that it is original and officially imported to Ukraine with all the necessary documents and everything else correctly

Others emphasize that they pay attention to the price first, and only then to the originality of the devices and the legality of the supply. 

"I would, of course, look at the price, and then coordinate the quality with someone who understands this," added another respondent.

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Some respondents admit that they do not think too much about whether the equipment is original and whether it is sold by a conscientious business, as long as it works properly. At the same time, most agree that non-original products usually have lower quality materials and may fail faster.

In general, non-original things work so-so. Additionally, they are visible - by the quality of plastic, materials, software and everything else

In general, as the survey shows, Ukrainians tend to support the official market of equipment, especially when it comes to reliability and service, but price remains an important factor in the choice.

I buy equipment in stores that I trust - so that it is original. It would probably be important for me that everything is official, but if the price was critical for me, I would probably allow the option of a gray market. That is, it is difficult for me to answer unequivocally

Let us remind you

By purchasing equipment through dubious networks that work with unofficial suppliers, consumers expose themselves to the risk of problematic operation of their desired gadgets. Such devices often do not have proper certification, warranty service, and some settings or functions may be completely blocked.

UNN also reported on the leak of internal descriptions of "gray" schemes for the supply of Apple equipment in one of the small networks. The equipment is purchased through intermediaries in Southeast Asian countries - mostly new or refurbished devices. It is imported to Ukraine by minibuses with forged customs declarations, where cheap accessories are indicated instead of expensive gadgets. Experts suggest the existence of a "green corridor" at customs. In the future, the equipment is sold through a wide network of stores, formally registered for hundreds of sole proprietors, which allows minimizing taxes and avoiding responsibility.