India-UK CETA cuts UK tariffs to zero on textiles, leather, footwear from July 15
The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement takes effect July 15, 2026, zeroing UK duties on textiles (from 12%), leather and footwear (from 16%), and processed foods (from 70%). Indian consumer-goods and labour-intensive retail exporters gain access to a $21.3B UK garment import market where India holds just 1.6% share.
India-UK CETA takes effect July 15, 2026, cutting UK tariffs to zero on textiles, garments, leather, footwear, processed foods and auto components, opening major export opportunities for Indian consumer-goods manufacturers and labour-intensive retail supply sectors.