From 1 July 2026, the UK Government will introduce a new steel trade measure, reducing overall tariff-free steel import quota volumes by 60% compared with the current steel safeguard measure. Imports above the new quota limits will be subject to a 50% tariff.
BCC analysis has highlighted that the UK’s overall 60% reduction goes further than the EU’s planned 47%, with some steel product sub-categories facing quota cuts of up to 90%.
These changes could have significant cost, supply chain and customs compliance implications for UK businesses importing steel or using steel products within their operations.
In this one-hour webinar, experts from the British Chambers of Commerce and ChamberCustoms will cover:
- The timeframe for implementation of the new framework;
- Policy insight on why the quota changes are being introduced;
- The scope of steel goods affected;
- Available transitional arrangements;
- Customs compliance implications;
- What UK businesses should do to prepare.
The session will also include time for Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to raise questions about what the new measures could mean for their business.
