Trade Analyst Insight
Exporting Filing, cabinets, card-index cabinets, paper trays, paper
rests, pen trays, office stamp stands and similar office or
desk equipment, of base metal, other than office furniture of
heading 9403 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 83040000 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.