Trade Analyst Insight
Exporting COCOA POWDER, NOT CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR
OR OTHER SWEETENING MATTER allows for significant margin optimization. The India-UAE CEPA agreement reduces the import duty from 5.0% to 0.0%, offering a direct 5.0% cost saving. Additionally, exporters can claim 0.5% under RoDTEP.
Compliance Checklist
- Commercial Invoice: Must state HS 18050000 and Origin "India".
- Certificate of Origin: Required to claim the 0.0% duty rate. Apply via DGFT.
- Packing List: Net & Gross weight must match BL.