Manufacture of other fabricated metal products n.e.c.

Qualifying · 0% eligible

Forensic Analysis

DZ requiredSubstance: HIGHAI-derived

Under the QFZP regime, manufacturing is a Qualifying Activity. Forensic auditors will verify the 'substantial transformation' of metal inputs. If the activity is deemed mere 'Trading' and the entity is not in a Designated Zone, the income will be disqualified and taxed at 9%.

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Legal Reference

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

Audit Red Flag

Misclassification of 'Assembly' or 'Packaging' as 'Manufacturing' to claim the 0% rate without significant transformation of raw materials.

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Chains ManufacturingNo external approval required

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