UK Steel Strategy: What new quota limits mean for UK businesses

From 1st 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 this reduction is greater than the EU’s planned 47% reduction, with some steel product sub-categories facing quota reductions 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 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; and
• what UK businesses should do to prepare.

Speakers include:

• Emmanuel Gianquitto, Head of Consultancy and Training, ChamberCustoms
• Marika Majewska, Customs Specialist, ChamberCustoms
• William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, British Chambers of Commerce

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.

To book please email export@lancschamber.co.uk