India–UK CETA takes effect: zero-duty exports and phased tariff cuts reshape retail categories
The India–UK trade deal grants 99% of exports zero-duty access, benefiting garments, footwear, gems, jewellery and processed foods. British whisky duties fall from 150% to 75% over ten years, while car tariffs drop from 110% to 10% within a 37,000-unit quota, plus a 20% local-content safeguard.
India-UK CETA takes effect, granting zero-duty access for garments, footwear, gems, jewellery and processed foods, while phasing tariff cuts on British whisky, autos and machinery—materially affecting consumer categories relevant to Indian retail.
Why this matters
CETA's launch follows first $140M duty-free shipments and new openings for Tamil Nadu textile, leather and marine exporters, extending tariff relief across garments, gems, spirits and autos.
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