Manufacture of furniture

Qualifying · 0% eligible

Forensic Analysis

DZ requiredSubstance: HIGHAI-derived

Manufacturing is a Qualifying Activity under the Free Zone regime. Forensic audit will focus on whether 'Substantial Transformation' occurs within the zone. If the entity merely assembles imported kits (CKD) without significant value-add, the FTA may reclassify the activity as 'Trading', which has different nexus and DZ requirements.

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Legal Reference

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

Audit Red Flag

Intermingling of 'Manufacturing' income with 'Retail/Showroom' income from non-business persons (B2C) which is excluded from the 0% regime.

8 licensable activities under this classification

Auditoriums & Sports Venues Seats ManufacturingNo external approval required

Home Furniture ManufacturingNo external approval required

Kitchen Cabinets & Fixtures ManufacturingNo external approval required

Office Furniture ManufacturingNo external approval required

Schools, Hospitals & Parks Furniture ManufacturingNo external approval required

Shop Fixtures ManufacturingNo external approval required

Sponge Mattresses ManufacturingNo external approval required

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