Does women's wool suits, woven qualify for India–UAE CEPA?

Yes, if it meets the Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule "CTH + VA 40% (CEPA Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule; tariff-shift AND value addition both required).": it must BOTH change tariff classification (CTH) 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 20% MFN duty applies.

Women's wool suits, woven (HS 62041100) under India–UAE CEPA

HS 62041100 · WOMEN'S OR GIRL'S SUITS · Rules of Origin & preferential rate

Data last updated: 23 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: CTH
MFN → CEPA basic duty: 20% → 0%

Rule of Origin (CEPA Annex 3B, primary source): CTH + 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 women's wool suits, woven (HS 62041100), the goods must qualify as UAE-originating: the Product-Specific Rule (Annex 3B) is "CTH + VA 40% (CEPA Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule; tariff-shift AND value addition both required).": the goods must undergo a change of tariff heading (CTH) AND add at least 40% regional value content — both conditions, not either/or. Women's woven wool suits carry a 20% MFN basic customs duty that CEPA removes, with 18% IGST. The classification hinges on the set test: a women's suit is a jacket plus one lower garment — skirt, divided skirt, trousers or shorts — in identical fabric, style and size. Ship a jacket with a mismatched skirt and customs will assess two garments at two codes. Origin is a change of tariff heading plus 40% value addition, and with wool suiting rarely woven in the UAE, the fabric's origin is the binding constraint on any claim. MFN and IGST are from ICEGATE; some garment lines also carry an alternate per-piece minimum duty, so confirm the current tariff entry before filing. A valid Certificate of Origin filed through the eCoO 2.0 system must accompany the shipment; without it, customs charges the 20% MFN rate instead of the preference.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does women's wool suits, woven qualify for India–UAE CEPA?: Yes, if it meets the Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule "CTH + VA 40% (CEPA Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule; tariff-shift AND value addition both required).": it must BOTH change tariff classification (CTH) AND add at least 40% regional value content — both conditions are required, not either/or.
What is the Rule of Origin for women's wool suits, woven?: Per CEPA Annex 3B: CTH + 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 20% MFN duty applies.