Manufacture of structural metal products

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Forensic Analysis

DZ requiredSubstance: HIGHAI-derived

Under the manufacturing classification, the entity must demonstrate physical transformation of raw materials into structural components. Forensic focus will be on the 'Adequate Assets' test, specifically verifying that the heavy machinery used for cutting, welding, and shaping is owned or leased by the Free Zone Person and operated by their own employees.

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Legal Reference

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

Audit Red Flag

Subcontracting the actual fabrication or assembly to a Mainland UAE third-party while the Free Zone entity merely acts as an invoicing vehicle for the structural metal products.

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