Trade
Frictionless trade is a key element in a competitive UK aluminium industry, and we work closely with the Department for Business and Trade, the Department for Business and Trade, European Aluminium, the International Aluminium Institute and the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative to promote this crucial goal.
Recently this has included consultation regarding the response to US import duties. We’re supporting the government with continuing dialogue to achieve a permanent exemption and to implement safeguard measures, particularly a quota that allows traditional volumes to enter the UK and EU but blocks additional volumes to ensure protection from redirected trade flows. Additional support is being offered to members with a US presence who may be eligible for a tariff exemption.
Other examples of trade-related activity include involvement in the government’s Rules of Origin business panel project to facilitate smooth trade after Brexit, as well as working with the Aluminium Standards Institute as it develops its Chain of Custody Certification.
Our work with government continues to ensure the aluminium sector and our members are engaged with the Department for Business and Trade.
ALFED Statement on Anti-Dumping: ALFED, an independent federation representing the UK aluminium industry, will help coordinate and supply data required by the appropriate government department (TRID) to enable them to evaluate if dumping practices exist in the UK aluminium market.
ALFED x Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade
Supporting UK Aluminium Businesses to Trade with Confidence
ALFED is pleased to partner with the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade (Chartered Institute) — the UK’s leading professional body for international trade.
Established by Royal Charter, the Chartered Institute plays a critical role in shaping the future of UK trade, offering training, policy insight, and compliance support to businesses across all sectors. Through this strategic partnership, ALFED members gain enhanced access to export expertise, guidance, and networks tailored to the aluminium industry.
What Is the Chartered Institute?
The Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade is a non-profit, Royal Chartered body that champions the UK’s international trade community. It supports businesses of all sizes with:
- Trade policy insights and consultation responses
- Accredited training and CPD for exporters and importers
- Digital tools for customs declarations and compliance
- Dedicated support for SMEs and growing exporters
What This Means for ALFED Members
Through this collaboration, ALFED members benefit from:
- Export Snapshot for the Aluminium Sector
Co-developed short guidance tailored to your sector’s international trade challenges. - Exclusive Webinars & Events
Access joint ALFED-Chartered Institute webinars on trade issues including CBAM, scrap tariffs, and export controls.
- Policy Influence & Representation
The Chartered Institute experts contribute to ALFED Trade Committee discussions and co-sign responses to government consultations. - Access to Training & Services
While some chartered institute tools and resources are freely available to members through this partnership, tailored support or ongoing consultancy may incur additional fees. - Direct Support for Exporting Members
ALFED can connect member companies — particularly SMEs — with chartered institute trade specialists for advice on market expansion and customs readiness.
Explore Further
To take advantage of this support and learn more about the resources available through our partnership, visit the Chartered Institute website or contact ALFED’s trade team to be introduced to the relevant experts.
Let us help you navigate the future of international trade with clarity and confidence.
To learn more about the partnership between ALFED and the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade, please visit: www.export.org.uk/alfed/
Exporting and importing aluminium: 10 customs considerations for UK businesses
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