What is a Mill Test Certificate (MTC)?

A Mill Test Certificate (MTC) confirms the chemical and mechanical properties of a specific material. Importers can easily request this document from the manufacturer. Manufacturers provide the certificate mainly for metals such as steel, aluminum and copper. It contains essential information, such as chemical composition and mechanical properties, including tensile strength and hardness.

For importers, the Mill Test Certificate plays a crucial role. This document helps verify that materials meet required specifications and standards. This allows companies to accurately assess the quality and suitability of their materials before they are used.

At Neele-Vat, we recognize the importance of the Mill Test Certificate. Therefore, we ensure that all imported and distributed materials are accompanied by the appropriate certificate. This allows our customers to act with confidence, knowing that the materials received meet the specified requirements.

HS codes involved in the MTC

Several HS codes are covered by the MTC regulation. Some of these are also covered by the CBAM regulation. It is therefore essential to follow these codes carefully when importing goods. Click here for an overview of the relevant HS codes.

Exception for goods produced before June 24, 2023

There is an exception for goods produced before June 24, 2023. In these cases, companies do not need to keep evidence in the records about any Russian commodities. However, this exception must be explicitly stated and accompanied by appropriate explanations.

Methods and control measures

The importer sends the order, including all necessary data and documents, to the operations department. To comply with the regulations correctly, a Mill Test Certificate must be present with each relevant shipment. The declarant then checks the data using a decision tree. Strict control measures ensure correct processing and a smooth clearance process.

Control measures and potential barriers

Since Nov. 16, 2023, a 4-eye check has been in place. This mechanism ensures that import declarations are processed correctly. If an importer does not meet the requirements, customs clearance cannot proceed and we take further action.

At Neele-Vat, accuracy and compliance are key. As a result, we guarantee smooth and correct customs clearance of MTC goods.

Conclusion

The Mill Test Certificate is an essential document for importers. This certificate confirms the quality and suitability of materials. At Neele-Vat, we ensure that our customers always have the correct certifications. This keeps their supply chains reliable and compliant.

UPDATE AMENDMENT REGULATION (EU) No. 833/2014 ARTICLE 3 OCTIONS MEMBER 1 POINT (d)

The rules regarding the control of iron and steel originating from Russia have been relaxed slightly for import shipments from the United Kingdom, Switzerland and Norway. This applies to iron and steel products if they originate in Russia, or have been exported from Russia. These can be declared with bescheid code Y878 without consultation of other documentation. This covers the following CN codes.

- 7207 11 (effective 01-04-2024)

- 7207 12 100 (effective 01-10-2028)

- 7224 90 (effective 01-10-2028)

We hope this information is helpful to you and are at your disposal for any further questions.