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Import controls
| Country | Measure type | Conditions | Legal base | Footnotes |
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| All countries (1011) | Health and Safety Executive Import Licensing Firearms and Ammunition | Firearms Act 1968 (as amended) | ||
| All countries (1011) | Import control | 2018 No. 30 | ||
| All countries (1011) | Import control - CITES | 2021 No. 54 | ||
| Iraq (IQ) |
Restriction on entry into free circulation
Restriction applies to goods covered under additional code: 4010 Archaeological objects more than 100 years old which are products of excavations and finds on the land or under water, archaeological sites or archaeological collections |
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S.I. 2020/707 | |
| Iraq (IQ) |
Restriction on entry into free circulation
Restriction applies to goods covered under additional code: 4011 Elements forming an integral part of artistic, historical or religious monuments which have been dismembered, of an age exceeding 100 years |
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S.I. 2020/707 | |
| Iraq (IQ) |
Restriction on entry into free circulation
Restriction applies to goods covered under additional code: 4013 Archives, and any elements thereof, of any kind or any medium which are more than 50 years old |
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S.I. 2020/707 | |
| Iraq (IQ) |
Restriction on entry into free circulation
Restriction applies to goods covered under additional code: 4023 Incunabula and manuscripts, including maps and musical scores, singly or in collections, more than 50 years old which do not belong to their originators |
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S.I. 2020/707 | |
| Iraq (IQ) |
Restriction on entry into free circulation
Restriction applies to goods covered under additional code: 4045 Books more than 100 years old, singly or in collections |
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S.I. 2020/707 | |
| Iraq (IQ) |
Restriction on entry into free circulation
Restriction applies to goods covered under additional code: 4046 Printed maps more than 200 years old |
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S.I. 2020/707 | |
| Iraq (IQ) |
Restriction on entry into free circulation
Restriction applies to goods covered under additional code: 4062 Any other antique items, more than 100 years old, other than those covered by the additional codes 4008, 4010, 4011, 4013, 4023, 4040 - 4048 |
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S.I. 2020/707 | |
| Iraq (IQ) |
Restriction on entry into free circulation
Restriction does not apply to goods covered under additional code: 4099 Other than those mentioned in Regulation (EC) no 1210/2003 (OJ L 169): no restrictions |
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S.I. 2020/707 | |
| Libya (LY) | Import control on restricted goods and technologies | 2020 No. 1665 | ||
| North Korea (KP) | Import control on luxury goods | S.I. 2019/411 | ||
| Ukraine (UA) | Restriction on entry into free circulation | S.I. 2022/395 |
Import duties
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Trade remedies, safeguards and retaliatory duties
| Country | Measure type | Duty rate | Conditions | Legal base | Footnotes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belarus (BY) | Additional duties | 35.00% | 2022 No. 376 | ||
| Russia (RU) | Additional duties | 35.00% | 2022 No. 376 |
Import VAT and excise
- Excise duties are not chargeable on this commodity.
| Country | Measure type | Duty rate | Conditions | Legal base | Footnotes |
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| Areas subject to VAT or Excise (1400) | Value added tax Standard rate | 20.00% |
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| Areas subject to VAT or Excise (1400) | Value added tax Additional code: VATR VAT reduced rate 5% | 5.00% |
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| Areas subject to VAT or Excise (1400) | Value added tax Additional code: VATZ VAT zero rate | 0.00% |
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Quota order number
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Exporting from the UK
The commodity code for exporting and Intrastat reporting (opens in new tab) is 9706 9000.
UK export controls
| Country | Measure type | Duty rate | Conditions | Legal base | Footnotes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All countries (1011) | DCMS Export Licence | S.I. 2018/1186 | |||
| All countries (1011) | Restriction on export | R0258/12 | |||
| All countries (1011) | Export control | 2018 No. 30 | |||
| All countries (1011) | Export control - CITES | 2021 No. 54 | |||
| All countries (1011) | Export control | S.I. 2008/3231 | |||
| Belarus (BY) | Restriction on export | 2022 No. 748 | |||
| Belarus (BY) | Export control on restricted goods and technologies | S.I. 2019/600 | |||
| Iran (IR) | Goods for torture and repression, export restriction | S.I. 2019/134 | |||
| Libya (LY) | Export control on restricted goods and technologies | 2020 No. 1665 | |||
| Myanmar (Burma) (MM) | Export control on restricted goods and technologies | S.I. 2019/136 | |||
| North Korea (KP) | Export control on restricted goods and technologies | S.I. 2019/411 | |||
| Russia (RU) | Restriction on export | X0452/22 | |||
| Venezuela (VE) | Export control on restricted goods and technologies | S.I. 2019/135 | |||
| Zimbabwe (ZW) | Export control on restricted goods and technologies | S.I. 2019/604 |
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Preferential rules of origin
Products which meet all preferential rules of origin (for countries where the UK has trade agreements in place) may be eligible for reduced or zero duty rates.
Non-preferential rules of origin
Products with non-preferential rules of origin may incur commercial policy measures, such as:
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Notes for commodity 9706900010
Chapter notes
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This chapter does not cover:
a. unused postage or revenue stamps, postal stationery (stamped paper) or the like, of heading 4907;
b. theatrical scenery, studio back-cloths or the like, of painted canvas (heading 5907) except if they may be classified in heading 9706; or
c. pearls, natural or cultured, or precious or semi-precious stones (heading 7101 to 7103).
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Heading 9701 does not apply to mosaics that are mass-produced reproductions, casts or works of conventional craftsmanship of a commercial character, even if these articles are de-signed or created by artists.
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For the purposes of heading 9702, the expression ‘original engravings, prints and lithographs’ means impressions produced directly, in black and white or in colour, of one or of several plates wholly executed by hand by the artist, irrespective of the process or of the material employed by him, but not including any mechanical or photomechanical process.
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Heading 9703 does not apply to mass-produced reproductions or works of conventional craftsmanship of a commercial character, even if these articles are designed or created by artists.
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(A) Subject to Notes 1 to 4 above, articles of this chapter are to be classified in this chapter and not in any other chapter of the classification.
(B) Heading 9706 does not apply to articles of the preceding headings of this chapter.
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Frames around paintings, drawings, pastels, collages or similar decorative plaques, engravings, prints or lithographs are to be classified with those articles, provided they are of a kind and of a value normal to those articles. Frames which are not of a kind or of a value normal to the articles referred to in this note are to be classified separately.
Additional chapter note
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Heading 9705 includes collectors’ motor vehicles and aircraft of historical or ethnographic interest which are:
a. in their original state, without substantial changes to the chassis, body, steering, braking, transmission or suspension system, engine, wings etc. Repairing and restoring is allowed, and broken or worn-out parts, accessories and units can/have been replaced, provided that the vehicle is preserved and maintained in the historically correct condition. Modernised or modified motor vehicles and aircraft are excluded;
b. in case of motor vehicles at least thirty years old, in case of aircraft at least fifty years old;
c. of a model or type which is no longer in production.
The requisite characteristics for inclusion in a collection being relatively rare, not being normally used for its original purpose, being the subject of special transactions outside of the normal trade in similar utility articles, and being of greater value - are presumed to be fulfilled for motor vehicles and aircraft which comply with the above three criteria.
This heading also includes, as collectors’ items:
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motor vehicles and aircraft, irrespective of their date of manufacture, which can be proved to have been used in the course of an historic event.
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motor racing vehicles and racing aircraft which can be proved to have been designed, built and used solely for competition and which have achieved significant sporting success at prestigious national or international events.
Parts and accessories for motor vehicles and aircraft are classified in this heading, provided that they are original parts or accessories, that they are at least thirty years old (for motor vehicles), or at least fifty years old (for aircraft), and that they are no longer in production.
Replicas and reproductions are excluded, unless they fulfil the above three criteria.
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General Rules for the Interpretation of goods
Classification of goods in the Tariff shall be governed by the following principles:
Rule 1
The titles of sections, chapters and sub-chapters are provided for ease of reference only. For legal purposes, classification shall be determined according to the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes and, provided such headings or notes do not otherwise require, according to the following provisions.
Rule 2
- Any reference in a heading to an article shall be taken to include a reference to that article incomplete or unfinished, provided that, as presented, the incomplete or unfinished article has the essential character of the complete or finished article. It shall also be taken to include a reference to that article complete or finished (or falling to be classified as complete or finished by virtue of this rule), presented unassembled or disassembled.
- Any reference in a heading to a material or substance shall be taken to include a reference to mixtures or combinations of that material or substance with other materials or substances. Any reference to goods of a given material or substance shall be taken to include a reference to goods consisting wholly or partly of such material or substance. The classification of goods consisting of more than one material or substance shall be according to the principles of rule 3.
Rule 3
When, by application of rule 2(b) or for any other reason, goods are prima facie classifiable under two or more headings, classification shall be effected as follows:
- the heading which provides the most specific description shall be preferred to headings providing a more general description. However, when two or more headings each refer to part only of the materials or substances contained in mixed or composite goods or to part only of the items in a set put up for retail sale, those headings are to be regarded as equally specific in relation to those goods, even if one of them gives a more complete or precise description of the goods;
- mixtures, composite goods consisting of different materials or made up of different components, and goods put up in sets for retail sale, which cannot be classified by reference to 3(a), shall be classified as if they consisted of the material or component which gives them their essential character, insofar as this criterion is applicable;
- when goods cannot be classified by reference to 3(a) or (b), they shall be classified under the heading which occurs last in numerical order among those which equally merit consideration.
Goods which cannot be classified in accordance with the above rules shall be classified under the heading appropriate to the goods to which they are most akin.
Rule 5
In addition to the foregoing provisions, the following rules shall apply in respect of the goods referred to therein:
- camera cases, musical instrument cases, gun cases, drawing-instrument cases, necklace cases and similar containers, specially shaped or fitted to contain a specific article or set of articles, suitable for long-term use and presented with the articles for which they are intended, shall be classified with such articles when of a kind normally sold therewith. This rule does not, however, apply to containers which give the whole its essential character;
- subject to the provisions of rule 5(a), packing materials and packing containers ( 1 ) presented with the goods therein shall be classified with the goods if they are of a kind normally used for packing such goods. However, this provision is not binding when such packing materials or packing containers are clearly suitable for repetitive use.
Rule 6
For legal purposes, the classification of goods in the subheadings of a heading shall be determined according to the terms of those subheadings and any related subheading notes and, mutatis mutandis, to the above rules, on the understanding that only subheadings at the same level are comparable. For the purposes of this rule, the relative section and chapter notes also apply, unless the context requires otherwise.
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| TN200 |
The export of these items may be controlled under the Export Control Order 2008 as amended. Please refer to the Goods Checker to determine whether your items are controlled and whether you need a licence from the Export Control Joint Unit. |
| TN203 | The export of these items may be controlled under Retained Regulation (EU) No. 258/2012, as retained in UK Law. Please refer to the Goods Checker to determine whether your items are controlled and whether you need a licence from the Export Control Joint Unit. |
| TN205 |
The following regulations impose trade restrictions on internal repression goods and technology. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. • The Republic of Belarus (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 • The Iran (Sanctions) Regulations 2023 • The Libya (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 • The Myanmar (Sanctions) Regulations 2021 • The Syria (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 • The Venezuela (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 • The Zimbabwe (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 |
| TN208 | The Syria (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
| TN210 | The Libya (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
| TN701 |
According to the Council Regulation (EU) No 692/2014 (OJ L183, p. 9), as retained in UK Law, it shall be prohibited to import into European Union goods originating in Crimea or Sevastopol. The prohibition shall not apply in respect of: (a) the execution until 26 September 2014, of trade contracts concluded before 25 June 2014, or of ancillary contracts necessary for the execution of such contracts, provided that the natural or legal persons, entity or body seeking to perform the contract have notified, at least 10 working days in advance, the activity or transaction to the competent authority of the Member State in which they are established. (b) goods originating in Crimea or Sevastopol which have been made available to the Ukrainian authorities for examination, for which compliance with the conditions conferring entitlement to preferential origin has been verified and for which a certificate of origin has been issued in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 978/2012 and Regulation (EU) No 374/2014, as retained in UK Law, or in accordance with the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement |
Health and Safety Executive Import Licensing Firearms and Ammunition for All countries
From 31 Jan 2026
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
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| 9020 |
This product is exempt as it is not a firearm. |
Import allowed
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| 9026 |
Firearms manufactured before 1 January 1900. Note - this exemption covers only DBT import licence requirements but firearms may still be liable to domestic licencing requiring possession of an appropriate Firearms Certificate, Shotgun Certificate or Registered Firearms Dealer Certificate. |
Import allowed
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| 9044 |
Private import of a firearm/shotgun using a Firearms Certificate or Shotgun Certificate in lieu of an import licence |
Import allowed
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| 9023 |
DBT Firearms Import License |
Import allowed
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Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| 9020 | Complete statement ‘Not licenceable’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the item(s) is/are not considered to be a firearm(s) or ammunition subject to firearms import licencing controls. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver and must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| 9026 | Complete statement ‘Pre-1900 Firearm’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the firearm(s) was/were manufactured before 1st January 1900 and is/are therefore exempt from firearms import licencing controls. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| 9044 | Enter the Firearms Certificate or Shotgun Certificate number. If using more than one certificate then a separate 9044 entry in DE2/3 is required for each certificate. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC, JP |
| 9023 | Enter the following - — For Open Individual Import Licence enter GBOIL followed by the licence number. — For Specific Individual Import Licences enter GBSIL followed by the licence number.
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| Code | Description |
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| PR014 |
Firearms and ammunition are subject to import licence requirements. There are exemptions so please see https://www.gov.uk/guidance/import-controls#notices-to-importers for details. For guidance on definitions and classifications as detailed in domestic firearms legislation please see Home Office guide on firearms licensing law and contact the Home Office, public.enquiries@homeoffice.gov.uk, for clarification if required. |
Import control for All countries
From 1 Feb 2024
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 9028 |
Defra ivory registration number |
Import/export allowed after control
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| 9029 |
Defra ivory exemption certificate |
Import/export allowed after control
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| 9030 |
Non-commercial imports |
Import/export allowed after control
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| 9037 |
No registration or certificate required. Goods do not contain ivory. |
Import/export allowed after control
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Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| 9028 | Enter the reference number of the DEFRA Ivory Registration Number. Where a sequentially numbered range of registrations cover the goods, enter the lowest to the highest reference numbers of the certificates concerned i.e., document code + 0054037-0054047: status code. Where certificates are not sequentially numbered enter the reference number of each certificate concerned. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC |
| 9029 | Enter the reference number of the DEFRA Ivory Exemption Certificate. Where a sequentially numbered range of certificates cover the goods, enter the lowest to the highest reference numbers of the certificates concerned i.e., document code + 0054037-0054047: status code. Where certificates are not sequentially numbered enter the reference number of each certificate concerned. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC |
| 9030 | Complete statement ‘Non-Commercial Import’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the goods represent a non-commercial import and are therefore exempt from import licencing controls. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| 9037 | Complete statement ‘Does not contain ivory’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the item(s) do not contain ivory. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
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| PR012 | Under the Ivory Act 2018, with the exception of products for personal use, any products made from ivory or which contain ivory intended for dealing can only be imported when accompanied by either a valid registration number or a valid exemption certificate reference number issued by the Animal and Plant Health Agency. |
Import control - CITES for All countries
From 1 Feb 2024
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| C400 |
Presentation of the required "CITES" certificate |
Import/export allowed after control
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| Y900 |
Declared goods do not belong to the Washington Convention (CITES) |
Import/export allowed after control
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Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| C400 | In the document ID field, state the document code (C401, C402, C403, C404, C405, C406, C635, C638 or C639) for the CITES document being used. One of these document codes must always be declared in addition to C400. The identification of the CITES document should be declared against the additional CITES document code rather than against C400. All CITES documentation requiring endorsement must be presented at the frontier. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC |
| Y900 | Complete statement ‘CITES Permits not required’ in Document Reason (Fourth Component). Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the goods do not require CITES permits. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) - Comprehensive Preferences
Declaring your proof of origin
| CDS Data Element (DE) | What you must include |
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| DE 2/3 |
You must include one of the following document codes, as appropriate:
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| DE 4/17 |
The data element must include a preference code in the 200 series. |
| Code | Description |
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| 03001 | UK VAT reduced rate 5% |
| Code | Description code |
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| VATR | VAT reduced rate 5% |
| Code | Description |
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| 03007 | Zero-rated VAT only applies if your goods are listed in Group 3 of Schedule 8 to the Value Added Tax Act 1994 e.g. Books, booklets, brochures, pamphlets and leaflets; Newspapers, journals and periodicals; Children's picture books and painting books; Music (printed, duplicated or manuscript); Maps, charts and topographical plans. More detail can be found here Zero rating books and printed matter (VAT Notice 701/10) - GOV.UK |
| 03026 | UK VAT zero rate |
| Code | Description code |
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| VATZ | VAT zero rate |
| Code | Description |
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| 03020 | UK VAT standard rate |
Tariff preference for CPTPP All Members
From 24 Dec 2024 to 21 Jun 2026
Meet the following condition and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 9081 |
Goods declared under the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) |
Import allowed
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Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
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| 9081 | In the document ID field, enter the appropriate code 9U01, 9U02 or 9U03 to indicate which document code has been used for the CPTPP Certification of Origin. Note: one of the document codes 9U01, 9U02 or 9U03 must be declared in addition to document code 9081 - Use one of the following document status codes: JP |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| RT001 |
To claim preference under the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), Document Code 9081 must be declared in D.E. 2/3 in addition to the appropriate Certification of Origin Document Code detailed below:
Information on declaring these Document Codes in D.E. 2/3 can be found in the CDS guidance on GOV.UK The Minimum Data Requirements for what should be included in a Certification of Origin is set out in Annex I of the CPTPP Origin Reference Document (available on the GOV.UK link). |
Free Trade Agreement between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and Australia
Declaring your proof of origin
| CDS Data Element (DE) | What you must include |
|---|---|
| DE 2/3 |
You must include one of the following document codes, as appropriate:
Codes U110 and U111 must be declared with one of the following document status codes (opens in new window): AE, AF, AG, AP, AS, AT, GE, GP, HP, JE, JP, LE, LP, UA, UE, UP, US, XB. |
| DE 4/17 |
The data element must include a preference code in the 300 series. |
| DE 5/16 |
The data element must be completed with the country of preferential origin. |
Additional duties for Belarus
From 25 Mar 2022
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 9008 |
Goods of Belarusian or Russian origin exported from any country before 25th March 2022 |
Measure not applicable
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No document provided |
Apply the mentioned duty
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Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| 9008 | Complete statement - Goods exported from Russia: ‘Exported from Russia pre 25032022’. Goods exported from Belarus: ‘Exported from Belarus pre 25032022’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the product has been exported from Russia or Belarus to the UK prior to 25.03.2022. Sufficient evidence must be held to demonstrate eligibility for this exemption which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| SN007 | Goods of Russian or Belarusian origin that were exported out of Russia and Belarus before 25th March 2022 are exempt from these additional duties and document code 9008 should be used. You may need to provide commercial evidence to HMRC when using this Document Code. |
Tariff preference for Israel
From 1 Sep 2025
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Y864 |
The proof of origin indicates that the production conferring originating status has not taken place in a location within the territories brought under Israeli administration since June 1967. |
Apply the mentioned duty
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No document provided |
Measure not applicable
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Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| Y864 | Complete statement ‘Originating conditions met’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the production conferring originating status has not taken place in a location within the territories brought under Israeli administration since June 1967. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate the origin of the goods and must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| CD785 | The list of non-eligible locations and their postal codes is available at the following address: List of non-eligible locations |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| TM570 | The Iraq (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
| Code | Description code |
|---|---|
| 4010 | Archaeological objects more than 100 years old which are products of excavations and finds on the land or under water, archaeological sites or archaeological collections |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| TM570 | The Iraq (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
| Code | Description code |
|---|---|
| 4011 | Elements forming an integral part of artistic, historical or religious monuments which have been dismembered, of an age exceeding 100 years |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| TM570 | The Iraq (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
| Code | Description code |
|---|---|
| 4013 | Archives, and any elements thereof, of any kind or any medium which are more than 50 years old |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| TM570 | The Iraq (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
| Code | Description code |
|---|---|
| 4023 | Incunabula and manuscripts, including maps and musical scores, singly or in collections, more than 50 years old which do not belong to their originators |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| TM570 | The Iraq (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
| Code | Description code |
|---|---|
| 4045 | Books more than 100 years old, singly or in collections |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| TM570 | The Iraq (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
| Code | Description code |
|---|---|
| 4046 | Printed maps more than 200 years old |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| TM570 | The Iraq (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
| Code | Description code |
|---|---|
| 4062 | Any other antique items, more than 100 years old, other than those covered by the additional codes 4008, 4010, 4011, 4013, 4023, 4040 - 4048 |
| Code | Description code |
|---|---|
| 4099 | Other than those mentioned in Regulation (EC) no 1210/2003 (OJ L 169): no restrictions |
Import control on luxury goods for North Korea
From 1 Jan 2021
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Y945 |
Travellers' personal effects or goods of a non-commercial nature for travellers' personal use contained in their luggage (Art 10.2 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509) |
Import/export allowed after control
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| Y946 |
Goods necessary for the official purposes of diplomatic or consular missions of Member States in the DPRK or international organisations enjoying immunities in accordance with international law, or to the personal effects of their staff (Art 10.3 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509) |
Import/export allowed after control
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Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| Y945 | Complete statement ‘Reg 2017/1509 exempt’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the goods are travellers’ personal effects or goods of a non-commercial nature for travellers’ personal use contained in their luggage (Art 10.2 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509) entitled to exemption from prohibition on goods from Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Y946 | Complete statement ‘Reg 2017/1509 exempt’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the goods are for the official purposes of diplomatic or consular missions of Member States in the DPRK or international organisations enjoying immunities in accordance with international law, or to the personal effects of their staff (Art 10.3 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509). Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
Import control on restricted goods and technologies for Libya
From 1 Jan 2021
Meet the following condition and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Y920 |
Goods other than those described in the footnotes linked to the measure |
Import/export allowed after control
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| Y920 | Complete statement ‘Not covered by footnote’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the goods are not those described in the footnotes linked to the measure. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
Free Trade Agreement between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and New Zealand
Declaring your proof of origin
| CDS Data Element (DE) | What you must include |
|---|---|
| DE 2/3 |
You must include one of the following document codes, as appropriate:
Codes U110 and U111 must be declared with one of the following document status codes (opens in new window): AE, AF, AG, AP, AS, AT, GE, GP, HP, JE, JP, LE, LP, UA, UE, UP, US, XB. |
| DE 4/17 |
The data element must include a preference code in the 300 series. |
| DE 5/16 |
The data element must be completed with the country of preferential origin. |
Additional duties for Russia
From 25 Mar 2022
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 9008 |
Goods of Belarusian or Russian origin exported from any country before 25th March 2022 |
Measure not applicable
|
|
No document provided |
Apply the mentioned duty
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| 9008 | Complete statement - Goods exported from Russia: ‘Exported from Russia pre 25032022’. Goods exported from Belarus: ‘Exported from Belarus pre 25032022’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the product has been exported from Russia or Belarus to the UK prior to 25.03.2022. Sufficient evidence must be held to demonstrate eligibility for this exemption which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| SN007 | Goods of Russian or Belarusian origin that were exported out of Russia and Belarus before 25th March 2022 are exempt from these additional duties and document code 9008 should be used. You may need to provide commercial evidence to HMRC when using this Document Code. |
Restriction on entry into free circulation for Ukraine
From 30 Mar 2022
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 9009 |
Goods originating in non-government controlled Ukrainian territory with a certificate of origin issued by the Ukrainian authorities |
Import/export allowed after control
|
| 9010 |
Goods originating specifically in the non-government controlled areas of Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts if related to an obligation arising from a contract concluded before 23 February 2022: Import allowed subject to these contracts, or ancillary contracts necessary for their execution, being concluded by 24 August 2022, and the Secretary of State for the Department for Business and Trade being informed at least ten working days in advance of this exception being used. |
Import/export allowed after control
|
| 9017 |
Goods exported from an area of Ukraine under the control of the Ukrainian government |
Import allowed
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| 9009 | Complete statement ‘Exempt from prohibition’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the goods originating in non-government controlled Ukrainian territory are covered by a certificate of origin issued by the Ukrainian authorities and entitled to an exemption from the prohibition on the import of goods originating in the non-government controlled areas of Ukraine . Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this exemption, which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| 9010 | Complete statement ‘Contractual exemption’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the goods are entitled to an exemption from the prohibition imposed on goods originating in the non-government controlled areas of Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts on the basis that they relate to an obligation arising from a contract concluded before 23 February 2022 and subject to these contracts, or ancillary contracts necessary for their execution, being concluded by 24 August 2022. It is further a legal declaration that the Secretary of State for the Department for Business and Trade was informed at least ten working days in advance of this exception being used. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this exception, which must be produced on demand. |
| 9017 | Complete statement ‘From Government Controlled Area’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the goods were exported from an area of Ukraine which was under the control of the Ukrainian government at the time of export. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| SN008 | The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Some restrictions include trade involving non-government controlled Ukrainian territory. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
DCMS Export Licence for All countries
From 1 Feb 2025
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 9107 |
UK Standard individual Export Licence (form C). Objects of cultural interest (Control) order. UK open general Licence. UK Open individual Licence |
Export allowed
|
| Y903 |
The goods qualify for a document waiver exemption because they were manufactured or produced less than 50 years ago or fall within one of the exceptions in Schedule 1 of the Export of Objects of Cultural Interest (Control) Order 2003. |
Export allowed
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| 9107 | Enter GBCEX followed by the licence number. If using more than one licence then a separate 9107 entry in DE 2/3 is required for each licence.
|
| Y903 | Complete statement ‘Export Cultural licence exempt’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the goods - For UK declarations claiming a waiver from the requirement to declare a licence using document code 9107- were manufactured or produced less than 50 years ago or fall within one of the exceptions in Schedule 1 of the Export of Objects of Cultural Interest (Control) Order 2003 For Northern Ireland declarations claiming a waiver from the requirement to declare a licence using document code E012- are not included in the list of cultural goods (Council Regulation (EC) No 116/2009). Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
Restriction on export for All countries
From 1 Feb 2025
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| E020 |
Export authorisation for firearms (Regulation (EU) No 258/2012) |
Import/export allowed after control
|
| Y934 |
Product not subjected to the provisions of Regulation (EU) No 258/2012 for export of firearms, their parts and components and ammunition |
Import/export allowed after control
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| E020 | For status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP, AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA or XX: Enter the reference number of the authorisation document. If using more than one document then a separate E020 entry in DE 2/3 is required for each document. For status code XW: Enter text ‘Waiver claimed’ in the document reason field. For status code XX: In addition to completing the Document ID field, enter text ‘Exempt’ in the document reason field. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP, AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA, XW, XX |
| Y934 | Complete statement ‘Reg 258/2012 exempt’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the goods are not subjected to the provisions of Regulation (EU) No 258/2012 for export of firearms, their parts and components and ammunition implementing Article 10 of the United Nations’ Protocol against the illicit manufacturing of and trafficking in firearms, their parts and components and ammunition. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| EX004 | The export of these items may be controlled under Retained Regulation (EU) No. 258/2012, as retained in UK Law. Please refer to the Goods Checker to determine whether your items are controlled and whether you need a licence from the Export Control Joint Unit. |
Export control for All countries
From 1 Feb 2025
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 9028 |
Defra ivory registration number |
Import/export allowed after control
|
| 9029 |
Defra ivory exemption certificate |
Import/export allowed after control
|
| 9030 |
Non-commercial imports |
Import/export allowed after control
|
| 9037 |
No registration or certificate required. Goods do not contain ivory. |
Import/export allowed after control
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| 9028 | Enter the reference number of the DEFRA Ivory Registration Number. Where a sequentially numbered range of registrations cover the goods, enter the lowest to the highest reference numbers of the certificates concerned i.e., document code + 0054037-0054047: status code. Where certificates are not sequentially numbered enter the reference number of each certificate concerned. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC |
| 9029 | Enter the reference number of the DEFRA Ivory Exemption Certificate. Where a sequentially numbered range of certificates cover the goods, enter the lowest to the highest reference numbers of the certificates concerned i.e., document code + 0054037-0054047: status code. Where certificates are not sequentially numbered enter the reference number of each certificate concerned. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC |
| 9030 | Complete statement ‘Non-Commercial Import’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the goods represent a non-commercial import and are therefore exempt from import licencing controls. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| 9037 | Complete statement ‘Does not contain ivory’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the item(s) do not contain ivory. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| PR016 |
Under the Ivory Act 2018, with the exception of products for personal use, any products made from ivory or which contain ivory intended for dealing can only be exported when accompanied by either a valid registration number or a valid exemption certificate reference number issued by the Animal and Plant Health Agency. The registration number or exemption certificate reference number must be entered in Box 44 of the Customs declaration. |
Export control - CITES for All countries
From 1 Feb 2025
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| C400 |
Presentation of the required "CITES" certificate |
Export allowed
|
| Y900 |
Declared goods do not belong to the Washington Convention (CITES) |
Export allowed
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| C400 | In the document ID field, state the document code (C401, C402, C403, C404, C405, C406, C635, C638 or C639) for the CITES document being used. One of these document codes must always be declared in addition to C400. The identification of the CITES document should be declared against the additional CITES document code rather than against C400. All CITES documentation requiring endorsement must be presented at the frontier. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC |
| Y900 | Complete statement ‘CITES Permits not required’ in Document Reason (Fourth Component). Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the goods do not require CITES permits. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
Export control for All countries
From 1 Feb 2025
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 9104 |
Standard individual Export Licence: military goods and dual use goods subject to UK export controls. |
Export allowed
|
| 9Y07 |
Goods for which an export licence is not required. Please use the Goods Checker to determine whether your items are controlled and whether you need an export licence from the Export Control Joint Unit. |
Export allowed
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| 9104 | Enter the following - — For an Open General Export Licence enter GBOGE followed by the licence number — For Open Individual Export Licence enter GBOIE followed by the licence number — For Standard Individual Export Licences enter GBSIE followed by the licence number — For Standard Individual Transhipment Licence enter GBSIT followed by the licence number If using more than one licence then a separate 9104 entry in DE 2/3 is required for each licence. For supplementary declarations use EA, IA, JA, or UA as appropriate.
|
| 9Y07 | Complete statement ‘Licence Exempt’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the consignment does no require an export licence. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this exemption and must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| EX001 | The export of these items may be controlled under the Export Control Order 2008 as amended. Please refer to the Goods Checker to determine whether your items are controlled and whether you need a licence from the Export Control Joint Unit. |
Restriction on export for Belarus
From 15 Jul 2025
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 9011 |
Goods and technology subject to sanction with a DBT import or export licence |
Import/export allowed after control
|
| 9022 |
Goods which are either not subject to sanctions or are entitled to an exemption from sanctions. |
Import/export allowed after control
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| 9011 | Enter GBSAN followed by the reference number of the licence. If using more than one licence then a separate 9011 entry in DE 2/3 is required for each licence. Status code AC should only be used as a fallback for when electronic licence functionality is inoperable. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC, EA, EE, EL, EP, ES |
| 9022 | Complete the appropriate statement: For goods not subject to sanctions complete - ‘Not subject to sanctions’. For goods claiming an exemption from sanctions complete - ‘Exempt from sanctions’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the goods are either not subject to sanctions or are exempt from sanctions. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate that the goods are either not subject to sanctions or are entitled to an exemption from sanctions, and this evidence must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| SN030 | The Republic of Belarus (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
Export control on restricted goods and technologies for Belarus
From 1 Jan 2021
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| C052 |
Export authorisation for restricted goods and technologies |
Import/export allowed after control
|
| Y999 |
Goods for which an export licence is not required. Please use the Goods Checker to determine whether your items are controlled and whether you need an export licence from the Export Control Joint Unit. |
Import/export allowed after control
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| C052 | For status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP,AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA, or XX: Enter the reference number of the authorisation document in the Document Identifier (Second Component). If using more than one document then a separate C052 entry in DE 2/3 is required for each document. For status code XW: Enter text ‘Specific document’ in the document reason field. For status code XX: In addition to completing the Document ID field, enter text ‘Exempt’ in the document reason field. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP,AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA, XW, XX |
| Y999 | For Imports: In the Document Reason field, complete the reference number of the document which provides proof that the products were already on the way to the Union on 21st June 2025 and remain eligible for preference under the terms of Article 2 of Reg. 2025/1206. For exports: Complete statement ‘CDS Waiver’. Use of this code on an export declaration constitutes a legal declaration that the goods do not require the certificate or licence shown. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| EX006 | The Republic of Belarus (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
Goods for torture and repression, export restriction for Iran
From 1 Jan 2021
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| C052 |
Export authorisation for restricted goods and technologies |
Import/export allowed after control
|
| Y999 |
Goods for which an export licence is not required. Please use the Goods Checker to determine whether your items are controlled and whether you need an export licence from the Export Control Joint Unit. |
Import/export allowed after control
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| C052 | For status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP,AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA, or XX: Enter the reference number of the authorisation document in the Document Identifier (Second Component). If using more than one document then a separate C052 entry in DE 2/3 is required for each document. For status code XW: Enter text ‘Specific document’ in the document reason field. For status code XX: In addition to completing the Document ID field, enter text ‘Exempt’ in the document reason field. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP,AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA, XW, XX |
| Y999 | For Imports: In the Document Reason field, complete the reference number of the document which provides proof that the products were already on the way to the Union on 21st June 2025 and remain eligible for preference under the terms of Article 2 of Reg. 2025/1206. For exports: Complete statement ‘CDS Waiver’. Use of this code on an export declaration constitutes a legal declaration that the goods do not require the certificate or licence shown. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| EX009 | The Iran (Sanctions) Regulations 2023 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
Export control on restricted goods and technologies for North Korea
From 1 Jan 2021
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| C052 |
Export authorisation for restricted goods and technologies |
Import/export allowed after control
|
| Y999 |
Goods for which an export licence is not required. Please use the Goods Checker to determine whether your items are controlled and whether you need an export licence from the Export Control Joint Unit. |
Import/export allowed after control
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| C052 | For status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP,AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA, or XX: Enter the reference number of the authorisation document in the Document Identifier (Second Component). If using more than one document then a separate C052 entry in DE 2/3 is required for each document. For status code XW: Enter text ‘Specific document’ in the document reason field. For status code XX: In addition to completing the Document ID field, enter text ‘Exempt’ in the document reason field. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP,AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA, XW, XX |
| Y999 | For Imports: In the Document Reason field, complete the reference number of the document which provides proof that the products were already on the way to the Union on 21st June 2025 and remain eligible for preference under the terms of Article 2 of Reg. 2025/1206. For exports: Complete statement ‘CDS Waiver’. Use of this code on an export declaration constitutes a legal declaration that the goods do not require the certificate or licence shown. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| EX008 | The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
Export control on restricted goods and technologies for Libya
From 1 Jan 2021
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| C052 |
Export authorisation for restricted goods and technologies |
Import/export allowed after control
|
| Y999 |
Goods for which an export licence is not required. Please use the Goods Checker to determine whether your items are controlled and whether you need an export licence from the Export Control Joint Unit. |
Import/export allowed after control
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| C052 | For status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP,AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA, or XX: Enter the reference number of the authorisation document in the Document Identifier (Second Component). If using more than one document then a separate C052 entry in DE 2/3 is required for each document. For status code XW: Enter text ‘Specific document’ in the document reason field. For status code XX: In addition to completing the Document ID field, enter text ‘Exempt’ in the document reason field. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP,AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA, XW, XX |
| Y999 | For Imports: In the Document Reason field, complete the reference number of the document which provides proof that the products were already on the way to the Union on 21st June 2025 and remain eligible for preference under the terms of Article 2 of Reg. 2025/1206. For exports: Complete statement ‘CDS Waiver’. Use of this code on an export declaration constitutes a legal declaration that the goods do not require the certificate or licence shown. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| EX011 | The Libya (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
Export control on restricted goods and technologies for Myanmar (Burma)
From 1 Jan 2021
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| C052 |
Export authorisation for restricted goods and technologies |
Import/export allowed after control
|
| Y999 |
Goods for which an export licence is not required. Please use the Goods Checker to determine whether your items are controlled and whether you need an export licence from the Export Control Joint Unit. |
Import/export allowed after control
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| C052 | For status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP,AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA, or XX: Enter the reference number of the authorisation document in the Document Identifier (Second Component). If using more than one document then a separate C052 entry in DE 2/3 is required for each document. For status code XW: Enter text ‘Specific document’ in the document reason field. For status code XX: In addition to completing the Document ID field, enter text ‘Exempt’ in the document reason field. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP,AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA, XW, XX |
| Y999 | For Imports: In the Document Reason field, complete the reference number of the document which provides proof that the products were already on the way to the Union on 21st June 2025 and remain eligible for preference under the terms of Article 2 of Reg. 2025/1206. For exports: Complete statement ‘CDS Waiver’. Use of this code on an export declaration constitutes a legal declaration that the goods do not require the certificate or licence shown. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| EX007 | The Myanmar (Sanctions) Regulations 2021 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
Restriction on export for Russia
From 15 Jul 2025
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 9011 |
Goods and technology subject to sanction with a DBT import or export licence |
Import/export allowed after control
|
| 9022 |
Goods which are either not subject to sanctions or are entitled to an exemption from sanctions. |
Import/export allowed after control
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| 9011 | Enter GBSAN followed by the reference number of the licence. If using more than one licence then a separate 9011 entry in DE 2/3 is required for each licence. Status code AC should only be used as a fallback for when electronic licence functionality is inoperable. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC, EA, EE, EL, EP, ES |
| 9022 | Complete the appropriate statement: For goods not subject to sanctions complete - ‘Not subject to sanctions’. For goods claiming an exemption from sanctions complete - ‘Exempt from sanctions’. Use of this code constitutes a legal declaration that the goods are either not subject to sanctions or are exempt from sanctions. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate that the goods are either not subject to sanctions or are entitled to an exemption from sanctions, and this evidence must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| SN009 | The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Some restrictions include trade involving non-government controlled Ukrainian territory. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
Export control on restricted goods and technologies for Venezuela
From 1 Jan 2021
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| C052 |
Export authorisation for restricted goods and technologies |
Import/export allowed after control
|
| Y999 |
Goods for which an export licence is not required. Please use the Goods Checker to determine whether your items are controlled and whether you need an export licence from the Export Control Joint Unit. |
Import/export allowed after control
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| C052 | For status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP,AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA, or XX: Enter the reference number of the authorisation document in the Document Identifier (Second Component). If using more than one document then a separate C052 entry in DE 2/3 is required for each document. For status code XW: Enter text ‘Specific document’ in the document reason field. For status code XX: In addition to completing the Document ID field, enter text ‘Exempt’ in the document reason field. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP,AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA, XW, XX |
| Y999 | For Imports: In the Document Reason field, complete the reference number of the document which provides proof that the products were already on the way to the Union on 21st June 2025 and remain eligible for preference under the terms of Article 2 of Reg. 2025/1206. For exports: Complete statement ‘CDS Waiver’. Use of this code on an export declaration constitutes a legal declaration that the goods do not require the certificate or licence shown. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| EX014 | The Venezuela (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
Export control on restricted goods and technologies for Zimbabwe
From 1 Jan 2021
Meet one of the following conditions and supply the relevant document code(s) on your declaration.
| Document code | Requirement | Action |
|---|---|---|
| C052 |
Export authorisation for restricted goods and technologies |
Import/export allowed after control
|
| Y999 |
Goods for which an export licence is not required. Please use the Goods Checker to determine whether your items are controlled and whether you need an export licence from the Export Control Joint Unit. |
Import/export allowed after control
|
Guidance for completing CDS Data Element 2/3
| Document code | CDS guidance |
|---|---|
| C052 | For status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP,AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA, or XX: Enter the reference number of the authorisation document in the Document Identifier (Second Component). If using more than one document then a separate C052 entry in DE 2/3 is required for each document. For status code XW: Enter text ‘Specific document’ in the document reason field. For status code XX: In addition to completing the Document ID field, enter text ‘Exempt’ in the document reason field. - Use one of the following document status codes: AC, AE, AF, AP,AT, FP, GE, GP, HP, IA, IP, JA, JP, LE, LP, SP, TP, UA, XW, XX |
| Y999 | For Imports: In the Document Reason field, complete the reference number of the document which provides proof that the products were already on the way to the Union on 21st June 2025 and remain eligible for preference under the terms of Article 2 of Reg. 2025/1206. For exports: Complete statement ‘CDS Waiver’. Use of this code on an export declaration constitutes a legal declaration that the goods do not require the certificate or licence shown. Sufficient evidence must be held in records to demonstrate eligibility for this waiver which must be produced on demand. - No document status code is required. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| EX015 | The Zimbabwe (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 impose trade restrictions on certain goods, technology and services. Please refer to sanctions guidance. You may need a licence from the Department for Business and Trade. |
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