Trade Analyst Insight
Exporting LEATHER FURTHER PREPARED AFTER TANNING OR
CRUSTING, INCLUDING PARCHMENT-DRESSED
LEATHER, OF SHEEP OR LAMB, WITHOUT WOOL
ON, WHETHER OR NOT SPLIT, OTHER THAN
LEATHER OF HEADING 4114 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 1.3% under RoDTEP.
Compliance Checklist
- Commercial Invoice: Must state HS 41120000 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.