Post Views: 296 UK steel exports UK Resumes Duty-Free Steel Exports with Restored Country-Specific Quota The UK government announced that from August 1, 2025, British steelmakers will regain duty-free access to the EU for key steel products. The European Commission reinstated the UK’s country-specific quota (CSQ) for category 17 steel products. This category includes angles and steel profiles, allowing exports of 27,000 tons quarterly without additional duties. The decision follows a recent reset in UK-EU trade relations, improving steel sector competitiveness after Brexit. This reinstatement marks a critical milestone for the UK steel industry, which had faced tariff barriers since March. Trade Minister Jonathan Reynolds highlighted that removing tariffs supports British Steel and complements the government’s efforts to save jobs and negotiate tariff reductions with the US. UK Steel CEO Gareth Stace praised the move, emphasizing the relief it brings to exporters hinde...
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