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The Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) cuts tariffs, removes conditions and simplifies trading rules for 65 developing countries.
This guidance explains what rules of origin (RoOs) are and the changes under the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS).
How to apply for the Accredited Trusted Trader Scheme pilot.
The UK government offers specific support to help women traders overcome obstacles and promote wider economic inclusion.
Get a preferential rate on goods you import to the UK from a Developing Countries Trading Scheme country.
The UK government encourages businesses to be socially and environmentally responsible and help defeat modern slavery in their supply chains.
This guidance explains the different preference tiers under the DCTS, including benefits for each tier, criteria for moving between tiers and transition periods.
Information about ETI, an alliance of companies, trade unions and voluntary organisations improving the lives of workers who make consumer goods.
This guidance outlines the requirements for claiming preferential tariffs under the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS).
This guidance provides an overview of the different tariffs for products exported to the UK under the DCTS, including how to identify commodity codes.
Find information about potential barriers to exporting goods, providing services or investing in foreign countries
This guidance explains the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) and how businesses can use it to export products to the UK.
Foresight project exploring how computer generated trading in financial markets will change between now and 2022.
To sell goods to UK consumers, you may need to partner with other organisations, such as importers, distributors or retailers.
Find out how to use the Trader Dress Rehearsal service to help prepare for using the Customs Declaration Service to make declarations.
Guidance for businesses trading in timber and timber-related products.
How to trade with other countries if there is no UK trade agreement.
Find out how venture capital schemes work, who can apply and what tax reliefs are available for your investors.
If you import or export using a trade agreement or the Developing Countries Trading Scheme, you may be able to reduce the duties on your goods.
You need a certificate to export rough diamonds.
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