Does hot-rolled flat steel, not in coils, pickled, 4.75 mm and above — plates qualify for India–UAE CEPA?

Yes, if it meets the Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule "CTSH + VA 40% (CEPA Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule; tariff-shift AND value addition both required).": it must BOTH change tariff classification (CTSH) AND add at least 40% regional value content — both conditions are required, not either/or.

What proof is needed at import?

A preferential Certificate of Origin filed through eCoO 2.0, presented at customs before clearance. Without it, the 15% MFN duty applies.

Hot-rolled flat steel, not in coils, pickled, 4.75 mm and above — plates (HS 72082510) under India–UAE CEPA

HS 72082510 · FLAT-ROLLED PRODUCTS OF IRON OR NON-ALLOY STEEL · Rules of Origin & preferential rate

Data last updated: 30 July 2026 · MFN duty & IGST verified against ICEGATE (Indian Customs EDI). Rules of Origin per CEPA Annex 3B. Verify your exact HS line before filing.

CEPA eligible: Yes
Value addition (RVC): 40%
Tariff-classification change: CTSH
MFN → CEPA basic duty: 15% → 0%

Rule of Origin (CEPA Annex 3B, primary source): CTSH + VA 40% (CEPA Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule; tariff-shift AND value addition both required).

Qualifying under the Rules of Origin

To claim the CEPA preference on hot-rolled flat steel, not in coils, pickled, 4.75 mm and above — plates (HS 72082510), the goods must qualify as UAE-originating: the Product-Specific Rule (Annex 3B) is "CTSH + VA 40% (CEPA Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule; tariff-shift AND value addition both required).": the goods must undergo a change of tariff sub-heading (CTSH) AND add at least 40% regional value content — both conditions, not either/or. Heavy hot-rolled pickled plate feeds shipbuilding, pressure vessels, structural and heavy-fabrication work, a high-tonnage import line. CEPA takes the 15% basic duty to zero, material on bulk steel. As with all flat steel, the 40% value-content rule hinges on genuine melting and rolling origin, and steel remains a prime target for anti-dumping and safeguard action that survives the CEPA preference. Screen for parallel measures on the specific grade, confirm the mill origin documentation, and file the Certificate of Origin. Treat the preferential rate as conditional on both origin qualification and the absence of an applicable trade remedy. A valid Certificate of Origin filed through the eCoO 2.0 system must accompany the shipment; without it, customs charges the 15% MFN rate instead of the preference.

Check your own figures in the Rules of Origin (RVC) qualifier.

Frequently asked questions

Does hot-rolled flat steel, not in coils, pickled, 4.75 mm and above — plates qualify for India–UAE CEPA?: Yes, if it meets the Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule "CTSH + VA 40% (CEPA Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule; tariff-shift AND value addition both required).": it must BOTH change tariff classification (CTSH) AND add at least 40% regional value content — both conditions are required, not either/or.
What is the Rule of Origin for hot-rolled flat steel, not in coils, pickled, 4.75 mm and above — plates?: Per CEPA Annex 3B: CTSH + VA 40% (CEPA Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule; tariff-shift AND value addition both required).. RVC% = [(FOB − value of non-originating materials) / FOB] × 100 (FOB basis).
What proof is needed at import?: A preferential Certificate of Origin filed through eCoO 2.0, presented at customs before clearance. Without it, the 15% MFN duty applies.