Treatment and coating of metals; machining

Qualifying · 0% eligible

Forensic Analysis

DZ requiredSubstance: HIGHAI-derived

ISIC 2592 falls under 'Manufacturing of goods or materials'. Forensic audit focuses on whether the 'substantial transformation' occurs within the Free Zone and if the Core Income Generating Activities (CIGA)—specifically the operation of specialized machinery and quality control—are performed by the Free Zone Person's own employees.

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Legal Reference

Ministerial Decision No. 229 of 2025, Article 2, Clause 1(a)

Audit Red Flag

Outsourcing the core machining or chemical treatment processes to a Mainland UAE sub-contractor while claiming 0% tax on the final invoice.

8 licensable activities under this classification

Blacksmith & Welding WorksNo external approval required

Lathe WorkshopNo external approval required

Metal Products CoatingNo external approval required

Metal Products Coating With Precious MetalsExternal approval required

Pipelines CoatingNo external approval required

Steel Fabrication & Welding WorkshopNo external approval required

Structural Steel Coating & TreatmentNo external approval required

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