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Aisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSoft drinks and bubble tea drinks from ChinaSweetened soft drinks, bubble tea and plant drinks from China: 0% to 8% UK duty, some with a sugar or milk component, plus the Soft Drinks Industry Levy.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedRolling mills and mill rolls from ChinaMetal-rolling mills, tube mills and hot and cold mill rolls from China pay 0% UK duty. Machinery safety, roll hardness, ultrasonic tests and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSteel billets and slabs from ChinaSemi-finished steel billets, blooms and slabs from China pay 0% UK duty with no steel measure on these lines. Grade, casting defects, sampling and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedWetsuits and coated rainwear from ChinaNeoprene wetsuits and garments of coated or laminated knitted fabric from China pay 8% or 12% UK duty. PAH limits, waterproofness tests and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedHand-knotted rugs from ChinaHand-knotted wool and silk rugs from China pay 0% UK duty. Knot density, mothproofing as a treated article, supply-chain labour checks and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedMen's woven pyjamas and robes from ChinaMen's and boys' woven pyjamas, boxer shorts, nightshirts and terry dressing gowns from China pay 12% UK duty. Nightwear fire rules, tests and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedInflatable boats and kayaks from ChinaInflatable boats, RIBs, kayaks, canoes and small craft from China pay 0% UK duty. Recreational Craft Regulations, ISO 6185 and a worked duty example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedCopper and brass fasteners from ChinaCopper, brass and bronze nails, rivets, washers, screws, bolts and nuts from China pay 0% UK duty. DZR brass, alloy checks and a worked duty example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedDried fruit and goji berries from ChinaDried apricots, prunes, apples, goji berries and mixed dried fruit from China: 0% to 8% UK duty, zero-rated VAT. Residues, sulphites and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedMethionine, cysteine and MSM from ChinaMethionine, cysteine, MSM, glutathione and other organo-sulphur compounds from China: 0% or 6% UK duty, with suspensions. Feed, food and supplement rules.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedIron oxide pigments from ChinaRed, yellow and black iron oxide pigments from China pay 4% UK duty. BS EN 12878 for concrete, cosmetic and food grades, ISO 787 tests and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedFerro-alloys from ChinaFerrosilicon, silicomanganese, ferrochrome and other ferro-alloys from China pay 0% UK duty. UN 1408, sampling and sizing checks and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedMagnesium ingots and anodes from ChinaMagnesium ingots, alloys, powder and anodes from China pay 0% UK duty. Purity grades, UN 1418 and UN 1869 shipping, impurity tests and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedPrinting inks and ink cartridges from ChinaPrinting and writing inks from China pay 6% UK duty; ink cartridges without a print head pay 0%. Food packaging GMP, yield standards, IP risk and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedCorundum and aluminium hydroxide from ChinaFused alumina, calcined alumina and aluminium hydroxide from China pay 4% UK duty, with 0% suspensions for high-purity grades. Grit sizes, tests and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedConveyor belts and V-belts from ChinaRubber conveyor belts, V-belts and timing belts from China pay 6% UK duty. ISO belt standards, fire-resistant grades, cover tests and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedPVC and PTFE resins from ChinaPVC and PTFE resins from China pay 6% UK duty; PTFE is 0% under a suspension, and S-PVC is under an anti-dumping investigation. Tests and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSaccharin and creatine from ChinaSaccharin and creatine monohydrate from China pay 0% UK duty. Sweetener rules, the GB creatine claim, impurity testing and a worked duty example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedActivated carbon and filter aids from ChinaActivated carbon and filter aids from China pay 0% UK duty. Drinking water approval, the UN 1362 self-heating question, iodine number tests and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedCanned tuna, surimi and prepared fishPrepared fish from China pays 12% to 25% UK duty, but all prepared tuna, skipjack and bonito are suspended to 0% until 2028. Border checks and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedDried, salted and smoked fish from ChinaDried, salted and smoked fish from China pays 10% to 14% UK duty and is zero-rated for VAT. Approved plants, health and catch certificates, and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedAniline, ethylenediamine and amines from ChinaAmines from China pay 6% UK duty; aniline of 99% or more enters at 0% with document 9Y12. Toxicity, CLP, dangerous goods, testing and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedCalcium and magnesium chloride from ChinaCalcium chloride from China pays 0% UK duty, magnesium and ammonium chloride 4%, iron and copper chlorides 2%. Grades, food additive rules and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedTantalum powder, sheet and wire from ChinaChoose tantalum by application, grade and lot tests. Chinese production locations, UK duty, powder qualification and a worked import VAT example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedMenthol and cyclic alcohols from ChinaMenthol, benzyl alcohol, inositol, sterols and other cyclic alcohols from China pay 0% UK duty. Flavouring, cosmetic, tobacco and REACH rules, and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedPolyethylene and EVA granules from ChinaLDPE, HDPE and EVA from China pay 6% UK duty; ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymers below 0.94 density enter at 0%. Food contact, MFR testing and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedAlloy steel bars and rods from ChinaAlloy steel bars from China: 0% base duty, but many hot-rolled and cold-finished lines face the 50% UK steel measure outside quota. Rebar AD, grades, example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedPhosphonate water treatment chemicalsHEDP, ATMP, EDTMP, DTPMP and other phosphonates from China pay 6% UK duty. Drinking water approval, REACH, active content testing and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedGlycols, sorbitol, erythritol and glycerolGlycols and polyols from China pay 0% to 8% UK duty, sorbitol plus a per-100 kg charge, but many enter at 0% under suspensions. Additive rules and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedAcetic acid, formic acid and acetatesAcetic acid, formic acid, ethyl and butyl acetate from China pay 4% UK duty; vinyl acetate and acetic anhydride 0% under suspensions. Precursor rules, example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedParacetamol, aspartame and amides from ChinaParacetamol from China enters at 0% under a suspension to 2028, aspartame and lidocaine at 0%; other amides 6%. MHRA, food additive rules and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedVanillin and aroma aldehydes from ChinaVanillin, ethyl vanillin, benzaldehyde, cinnamaldehyde and formaldehyde from China pay 4% UK duty. Flavouring rules, fragrance allergens and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedEnamel mugs and printed tea towels from ChinaCompare enamel mug and cotton tea towel suppliers, specify decoration and wash tests, and calculate UK duty and VAT before ordering.5 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedWaterproof changing robes from ChinaWaterproof changing robes from China pay 12% UK duty as coats; unisex robes are classed as women's. Waterproof tests, fleece lining, labels and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedHorse rugs and equestrian textiles from ChinaHorse rugs, fly masks, saddle pads and headcollars from China pay 2% UK duty as saddlery. Waterproofing, denier, fill, fit and a worked example for own brands.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedYoga mats from ChinaYoga mats from China pay 2% UK duty as exercise equipment, 6% if classed as plastic articles or 2% as rubber mats. Phthalates, PAHs, testing and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedMattresses, pillows and bedding from ChinaMattresses, pillows and duvets from China pay 2% UK duty, bed linen 12%. Fire safety rules, BS 7177, down labelling, roll-packing and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedChildren's wooden furniture from ChinaWooden cots, bunk beds, children's tables and storage from China pay 0% UK duty. BS EN 716, BS EN 747, tip-over, paint and timber rules, and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedOffice chairs and sit-stand desks from ChinaOffice task chairs and metal or wooden desks from China pay 0% UK duty; metal furniture parts 2%. BS EN 1335, BS EN 527, BIFMA, motor desk rules and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedAntibiotic active ingredients from ChinaPenicillins, tetracyclines, erythromycin and other antibiotics from China pay 0% UK duty. MHRA active substance rules, GMP, testing and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedGallium, germanium and minor metals from ChinaGallium, germanium, indium, vanadium, niobium, chromium and other minor metals from China pay 0% UK duty. Export licences, purity testing and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSilica and inorganic acids from ChinaPrecipitated and fumed silica, hydrofluoric acid and other inorganic acids from China pay 4% UK duty; some silica 0% under suspensions. REACH and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedPesticides and disinfectants from ChinaInsecticides, herbicides, rodenticides and disinfectants from China pay 6% UK duty; retail disinfectants 0% to 2028. HSE approval, biocide rules and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedRope, twine and cordage from ChinaSynthetic rope and twine from China pay 8% UK duty, sisal 12%, jute 6% and made-up rope articles 4%. Breaking strength, lifting rules and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedPea protein and protein isolates from ChinaPea protein isolate from China pays 2% UK duty, or 0% at 80% protein until 2028; pea concentrate in 2106 pays 12%. Food law, testing and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedTextile dyes and colourants from ChinaSynthetic dyes and organic pigments from China pay 6% UK duty. UK REACH, CLP, the azo dye restriction, shade and strength testing and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing LED bulbs, battens and floodlightsLED lamps from China pay 0% UK duty and LED luminaires 2% or 4% by housing. UKCA, ecodesign light source rules, batch testing and change control for own-label.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing resin and plastic planters from ChinaPlastic and resin planters from China pay 6% UK duty, glazed ceramic pots 0% and concrete or fibre-cement planters 0%. UV fade, frost, drainage and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing woven rugs and carpets from ChinaMachine-woven Wilton and Axminster rugs, flatweaves, jute rugs and kelims from China pay 2% to 8% UK duty. Pile weight, colour fastness and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing frozen whole fish from ChinaFrozen whole tilapia, catfish, carp and other fish from China pay 8% UK duty and need an approved plant and border checks. Residues, glaze and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing mineral wool and expanded clayRock wool and slag wool insulation, expanded clay and similar mineral insulating materials from China pay 0% UK duty. BS EN 13162, fire class and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing GPS, radar and radio remote controlsGPS and other navigation receivers, radar sets and radio remote controls from China pay 0% UK duty. Radio Equipment Regulations, marine approval and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing copier and printing paper from ChinaA4 copier paper, uncoated printing paper and rolls from China pay 0% UK duty. Grammage, whiteness, jam rates, timber due diligence and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing tomato paste from ChinaTomato paste and canned tomatoes from China pay 14% UK duty, with a narrow 0% suspension for paste in large bins to 2026. Origin, mould and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing compactors and piling rigs from ChinaPlate compactors, rammers, piling and drilling rigs, trenchers and snowploughs from China pay 0% UK duty. Noise, vibration, BS EN 16228 and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing tractors from ChinaAgricultural and forestry tractors from China pay 0% UK duty and road tractors for semi-trailers 10%. Road approval, emissions and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing aluminium tubes and aerosol cansAluminium tubes, aerosol cans, foil food containers and bottles from China pay 6% UK duty. Aerosol rules, food contact, lacquers and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing woven fabric gloves from ChinaWoven cotton, canvas and synthetic fabric gloves from China pay 6% UK duty, or 0% under a conditional suspension. PPE rules, EN 388 and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing tea from ChinaGreen, black and oolong tea from China pays 0% or 2% UK duty and needs a CHED-D at a border control post. Pesticide limits, labels and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing printed calendars from ChinaWall, desk and promotional calendars and calendar blocks from China pay 0% UK duty. UK dates, paper and binding, FSC claims, VAT and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing safes and cash boxes from ChinaHome and commercial safes, strongboxes, safe doors and cash boxes from China pay 2% UK duty. BS EN 1143-1, BS EN 14450, fire ratings and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing bottle caps and closures from ChinaCrown corks, aluminium screw caps, lug caps and other metal closures from China pay 0% UK duty. Food contact, liner migration, torque and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing grinding and cutting wheelsResin cutting and grinding discs, vitrified and diamond wheels and sharpening stones from China pay 0% UK duty. BS EN 12413 and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing machine knives and blades from ChinaKnives and blades for metalworking, woodworking, food, farm and paper machines from China pay 0% UK duty. Steels, BS EN 847 and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing frozen squid and octopus from ChinaFrozen squid, cuttlefish and octopus from China pay 6% to 10% UK duty by species. Approved plants, catch certificates, cadmium, phosphates and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing hydrocarbon resins from ChinaC5, C9, DCPD and hydrogenated petroleum resins and polyterpenes from China pay 0% UK duty. Softening point, colour, REACH and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing semiconductor and display equipmentMachines for making wafers, semiconductor devices and flat panel displays from China pay 0% UK duty. Machinery safety, SEMI S2 and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing first aid kits and medical sundriesFirst aid kits, sterile sutures, ostomy appliances and medical gels from China pay 0% UK duty. Medical device rules, BS 8599 and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing cashmere and animal hair from ChinaRaw and dehaired cashmere, yak, camel and coarse animal hair from China pay 0% UK duty. Veterinary controls, fibre labelling, blend tests and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing bamboo shoots and canned vegetablesCanned bamboo shoots, water chestnuts and other preserved vegetables from China pay 16% UK duty; bulk bamboo shoots are 0% to 2028. Tin, sulphites and more.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing polyester staple fibre from ChinaPolyester, polypropylene, acrylic and aramid staple fibres from China pay 0% UK duty. Filling fire rules, toy stuffing, recycled claims and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing truck bodies and cabs from ChinaBox, curtain-side, tipper and refrigerated bodies and cabs for trucks from China pay 4% UK duty. Multi-stage approval, BS EN 12642 and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing railway rolling stock partsRailway and tram wheels, axles, bogies, couplers, buffers and brake parts from China pay 0% UK duty. Wheelset standards, GB conformity and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing textile belts and garment partsWoven textile belts, sweatbands and garment parts such as shoulder pads from China pay 6% or 12% UK duty. Labels, nickel and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing gaskets and mechanical sealsMetal and composite gaskets, gasket sets and mechanical shaft seals from China pay 0% UK duty. Asbestos ban, flange gasket standards and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing lasers and optical devices from ChinaLaser modules and pointers, telescopic sights, magnifiers and door viewers from China pay 0% UK duty. Laser classes, BS EN 60825-1 and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing copper mesh, springs and castingsCopper and brass wire mesh, bronze springs and copper alloy castings from China pay 0% UK duty. Alloy grades, lead in brass, RoHS and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing teaching and anatomical modelsAnatomical models, skeletons and science demonstration apparatus from China pay 0% UK duty. Toy or teaching aid, phthalates and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing electrical insulators from ChinaPorcelain, glass and polymer insulators for overhead lines and substations from China pay 0% UK duty. BS EN 60383, BS EN 61109 and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing raisins and sultanas from ChinaRaisins, sultanas and currants from China pay 0% UK duty while a suspension runs to 2028. Ochratoxin A, sulphites, pesticides and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing high-voltage switchgear from ChinaFuses, circuit breakers, isolators and surge arresters above 1,000 V from China pay 2% UK duty. IEC 62271, SF6 rules, network approval and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing counters and speedometers from ChinaTally counters, pedometers, production counters, bike computers and speedometers from China pay 0% UK duty. Taximeters, vehicle rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing knitted fabrics from ChinaJersey, interlock, rib and other knitted fabrics from China pay 8% UK duty. Fibre labelling, GSM, shrinkage, spirality, colour fastness and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing sandpaper and sanding discsSandpaper, sanding discs, belts and abrasive cloth from China pay 0% UK duty. FEPA P grits, BS EN 13743 safety, backings and a worked duty example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing hand tool sets from ChinaHand tool sets combining spanners, sockets, screwdrivers or pliers from China pay 2% UK duty. ISO tool standards, insulated tools and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing shoe soles, uppers and insolesShoe uppers, outer soles, heels and removable insoles from China pay 0% UK duty. Sole materials, bonding, slip resistance, chromium VI and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing buckles, eyelets and rivetsMetal buckles, eyelets, hooks and jeans rivets from China pay 2% UK duty. Nickel release, lead, finishes, pull strength and a worked duty example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing envelopes from ChinaPaper envelopes, correspondence cards and stationery wallets from China pay 0% UK duty. Sizes, adhesives, FSC claims, postal formats and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing travel sewing and toiletry kitsTravel sewing, toiletry and shoe-shine kits from China pay 0% UK duty. What counts as a travel set, cosmetics and polish rules, and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing manicure sets and nail clippersManicure and pedicure sets, nail clippers and cuticle nippers from China pay 2% UK duty. Steel grades, sterilising, finishes and a worked duty example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing whiteboards from ChinaWhiteboards, chalkboards and glass writing boards from China pay 2% UK duty. Surfaces, BS EN 14434, glass safety, packing and a worked duty example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing lighters from ChinaGas lighters from China pay 0% UK duty, but must be child-resistant and novelty lighters are banned. EN 13869, EN ISO 9994, shipping and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing modelling clay and play doughModelling clay, play dough, polymer and air-dry clays and dental waxes from China pay 0% UK duty. Toy safety, preservatives, allergens and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing wallpaper from ChinaVinyl, paper and other wallpapers and wallcoverings from China pay 0% UK duty. Batch shading, pattern match, phthalates, fire class and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing acoustic guitars and violinsAcoustic and classical guitars, violins, cellos, harps and other string instruments from China pay 2% UK duty. CITES timbers, setup and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing manual kitchen gadgets from ChinaHand-operated food choppers, mincers, grinders, juicers and similar kitchen gadgets from China pay 2% UK duty. Food contact, blades and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing sesame and pumpkin seeds from ChinaSesame, pumpkin, watermelon, hemp, poppy and other oil seeds from China pay 0% UK duty. Aflatoxin limits, residues, VAT and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing phosphates and STPP from ChinaSodium, potassium and calcium phosphates, STPP and hypophosphites from China mostly pay 4% UK duty, with some 0% lines. Grades and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing steel wire from ChinaGalvanised steel wire from China pays 0% UK duty; uncoated and copper-coated wire face the 50% out-of-quota steel duty from July 2026. Worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing bakery and food processing machineryBakery, confectionery, meat, vegetable, brewery and drink machinery from China pays 0% UK duty. Machinery safety, hygiene and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing rubber sheet and matting from ChinaSolid and sponge rubber sheet, strip, rods, profiles and rubber floor mats from China pay 2% UK duty. Compounds, PAH limits, tests and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing velvet and corduroy from ChinaVelvet, velveteen, corduroy, chenille and other pile fabrics from China pay 8% UK duty. Upholstery fire rules, rub tests and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing central heating boilers from ChinaGas, oil and biomass central heating boilers from China pay 2% UK duty, parts 0%. Gas appliance certification, ecodesign, labelling and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing perfume atomisers and powder puffsRefillable perfume atomisers, spray heads, powder puffs and cosmetic sponges from China pay 2% UK duty. Materials, leak testing and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing bulk bags and woven sacks from ChinaFIBC bulk bags and woven polypropylene sacks from China pay 6% UK duty, jute sacks 4%. Safe working load, UN bags, Plastic Packaging Tax and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing hand-painted art from ChinaHand-painted oil paintings, drawings, pastels and mosaics from China pay 0% UK duty, and works of art can carry an effective 5% import VAT. Worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing pencils, crayons and paint setsPencils, leads, pastels and charcoals from China pay 2% UK duty, and artists' and children's paint sets 0%. Toy safety, EN 71-3 and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing spectacle frames from ChinaPlastic and metal spectacle frames, mountings and parts from China pay 0% UK duty. Medical device status, BS EN ISO 12870, nickel limits and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing binoculars and telescopes from ChinaBinoculars, monoculars, spotting scopes and astronomical telescopes from China pay 4% UK duty. Optical specs, solar filter safety and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing plant extracts, pectin and agarPlant extracts, pectin, agar, guar and locust bean gum from China pay 0% UK duty. Additive specifications, novel food rules, contaminants and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing tungsten products from ChinaTungsten powder, sintered bars, wire, rods, plates and other tungsten articles from China pay 0% UK duty. Grades, density checks and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing fibre cement boards from ChinaFibre cement sheets, boards, slates and corrugated roofing from China pay 0% UK duty. The asbestos ban, product standards, fire class and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing soda ash and carbonates from ChinaSoda ash, bicarbonate, potassium, calcium, lithium and other carbonates from China mostly pay 4% UK duty, with several 0% suspensions. With a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing egg incubators and poultry equipmentEgg incubators, brooders, feed mills, poultry and beekeeping machinery from China pay 0% UK duty. Electrical safety, machinery rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedLaser engravers, laser cutters and plasma machinesLaser engravers and cutters from China pay 4% UK duty, plasma and EDM machines 2%, waterjet cutters 0%. Laser classes, machinery safety and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing paper shredders and office machinesPaper shredders, coin counters, mail folders, duplicators and other office machines from China pay 0% UK duty. Security levels, safety and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing instant cameras and camera flashesInstant, film and disposable cameras, camera flashes and parts from China pay 0% UK duty. Radio and battery rules, flash safety and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing tape measures and callipersTape measures, rules, callipers, micrometers and drawing instruments from China pay 2% UK duty. Accuracy classes, metrology rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing leather gloves, belts and jacketsLeather gloves from China pay 6–8% UK duty, leather jackets, belts and accessories 4%. Chromium VI limits, PPE rules for work gloves and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing steel springs from ChinaLeaf, coil, compression, tension and disc springs from China pay 0% UK duty and sit outside the 2026 steel quota measure. Standards and a worked example.4 min read

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