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Aisles 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 readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing hot-water bottles and teatsRubber hot-water bottles, feeding teats, soothers and condoms from China pay 0% UK duty. BS 1970, nitrosamine limits for teats and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing wall and alarm clocks from ChinaBattery and mains wall and alarm clocks from China pay 4% UK duty, mechanical ones 2%. Radio-controlled movements, electrical safety and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing tripods and monopods from ChinaCamera tripods, monopods, selfie sticks and other supports from China pay 0% UK duty. Load ratings, ISO 1222 threads, radio rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing welded steel tubes from ChinaMost welded steel tubes from China face the UK's 50% out-of-quota steel duty from July 2026, and small circular tubes a 90.6% anti-dumping duty. Worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing seamless steel tubes from ChinaChoose the right seamless tube specification, check minimum wall and heat traceability, and calculate UK duty and VAT with verified tariff examples.5 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing peanuts and canned fruit from ChinaRoasted peanuts and peanut butter from China pay 10–12% UK duty with CHED-D checks; canned mandarins and peaches 16–18%. Aflatoxin, tin and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing walnuts and pine nuts from ChinaWalnuts and chestnuts from China pay 4% UK duty, pine nuts 2% with shelled pine nuts suspended to 0%. Aflatoxin limits, grading and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing fireworks and pyrotechnics from ChinaFireworks from China pay 0% UK duty. HSE classification, the Pyrotechnic Articles Regulations, Fireworks Regulations 2004 and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing dried vegetables from ChinaDried onion, garlic, shiitake and other vegetables from China pay 12% UK duty, with 0% suspensions for several. Pesticides, sulphites and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing soy sauce and condiments from ChinaSoy sauce is suspended to 0% UK duty until 2028; chilli, oyster and other sauces pay 6%, tomato sauces 10%. 3-MCPD, allergens, rice rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing chlorinated solvents and HFCs from ChinaDichloromethane, perchloroethylene, vinyl chloride and HFC refrigerant gases pay 4% UK duty from China. F-gas quota, REACH limits and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing acrylic and benzoic acids from ChinaAcrylic acid, acrylates, methacrylates, benzoic acid, sodium benzoate and benzoyl peroxide pay up to 6% UK duty from China, with suspensions. A worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing acetone and ketone solvents from ChinaAcetone, MEK, MIBK, cyclohexanone, anthraquinone and other ketones and quinones pay 4% UK duty from China. Drug precursor rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing X-ray equipment from ChinaX-ray security scanners, dental and veterinary units, NDT systems and X-ray tubes pay 0% UK duty from China. Radiation rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing quartz and quartzite from ChinaNatural quartz, high-purity quartz sand and flour, and quartzite blocks pay 0% UK duty from China. Purity specs, silica dust rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing silicon wafers from ChinaDoped silicon wafers for solar cells and electronics and other doped elements pay 0% UK duty from China. Specs, supply chain and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing reflective fabric and canvas from ChinaRetroreflective glass-bead fabric from China is 0% under a suspension to 2028; primed artists' canvas and other coated textiles pay 4%. A worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing propellers and machinery parts from ChinaShips' propellers and blades, cast iron, cast steel and forged machinery parts without electrical features pay 0% UK duty from China. A worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing camera lenses and optical filters from ChinaMounted camera, CCTV, projector and machine vision lenses, optical filters and other mounted optical elements pay 0% UK duty from China. A worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing rugs and bath mats from ChinaPrinted rugs, bath mats, braided, rag and flatweave floor coverings pay 8% UK duty from China. Anti-slip backings, labels and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing carbon fibre and graphite from ChinaCarbon fibre tow, fabric, tubes, plates and graphite articles for non-electrical use pay 0% UK duty from China. Grades, prepreg handling and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing paper converting machinery from ChinaSlitter rewinders, paper guillotines, bag and envelope machines, box and carton machines and pulp moulding lines pay 0% UK duty from China. A worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing babies' woven garments from ChinaBabies' woven garments, muslin sets, dresses, rompers, socks and mittens pay 10% UK duty from China. Small parts, cords, nickel and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing women's knitted tops and shirts from ChinaWomen's and girls' knitted blouses, shirts and shirt-blouses pay 12% UK duty from China. Labels and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing cultivators and farm machinery from ChinaRotovators, tillers, cultivators, harrows, ploughs, seeders and fertiliser spreaders pay 0% UK duty from China. Machinery safety, engines and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing tool holders and collets from ChinaTool holders, collets, chucks, vices, dividing heads and machine tool parts pay 0% UK duty from China. Runout, standards and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing men's woven shirts from ChinaMen's and boys' woven shirts in cotton, man-made fibres, linen or wool pay 12% UK duty from China. Fibre labels, fit, collars and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing toothpaste and oral care from ChinaToothpaste, mouthwash, denture products and whitening strips pay 0% UK duty from China, dental floss 4%. Cosmetics rules, fluoride limits and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing glues and adhesives from ChinaRetail glues, super glue, hot melt, contact and construction adhesives pay 6% UK duty from China. CLP labels, cyanoacrylate warnings and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing steel wire rope and cables from ChinaSteel wire rope over 3 mm from China carries 60.4% UK anti-dumping duty until April 2028; stainless rope and slings do not. Lifting rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing ball and roller bearings from ChinaBall, tapered roller, spherical roller and needle bearings pay 8% UK duty from China, rollers 6%. Tolerance classes, counterfeit brands and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing carpets and artificial grass from ChinaTufted carpets, carpet tiles, rugs and artificial grass of nylon, polypropylene or wool pay 8% UK duty from China. Fire classes, standards and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing PVC and PU coated fabrics from ChinaPVC-coated tarpaulin fabric, PU-coated fabric, faux leather on a textile base and laminated fabrics pay 8% UK duty from China. Rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing wire mesh and fencing from ChinaWelded mesh, reinforcement mesh, chain-link and welded fencing, woven wire cloth and expanded metal pay 0% UK duty from China. Standards and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing rubber hoses and hydraulic hoses from ChinaRubber hoses, hydraulic hose assemblies, air, water, fuel and industrial hoses pay 2% UK duty from China. Pressure ratings, water rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing diesel engines from ChinaIndustrial, marine and vehicle diesel engines pay 2% to 4% UK duty from China. Stage V emission type approval for machinery engines and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing press brakes and metal presses from ChinaCNC press brakes, panel benders, roll formers, shears, punching machines and forging presses pay 0% UK duty from China. Press safety and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing knitted scarves and accessories from ChinaKnitted scarves, snoods, headbands, ear warmers, knitted ties and other knitted clothing accessories pay 8% or 12% UK duty from China. A worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing coated paper and board from ChinaCoated art paper, gloss and matt printing paper, coated kraft and coated boxboard pay 0% UK duty from China. Timber legality, food contact and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing women's woven nightwear and slips from ChinaWomen's and girls' woven nightdresses, pyjamas, slips, dressing gowns and camisoles pay 12% UK duty from China. Nightwear fire rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing pigments and titanium dioxide from ChinaTitanium dioxide, chrome, ultramarine and other inorganic pigments pay mostly 6% UK duty from China. The rutile TiO2 investigation and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing synthetic filament yarn from ChinaPolyester, nylon and polypropylene filament yarn, textured yarn, high-tenacity yarn and elastane pay 0% UK duty from China. Specs and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing copper cookware and homeware from ChinaCopper pans, mugs, kettles, trays, scourers and copper sanitary ware pay 0% UK duty from China. Food contact linings, lead and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing watches from ChinaQuartz, automatic and digital wristwatches pay a specific UK duty of £0.20 a watch from China. Nickel, straps, water resistance and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing pliers and cutting hand tools from ChinaPliers, cutters, tweezers, files, rasps, tin snips, pipe cutters and bolt croppers pay 0% UK duty from China. Insulated tool standards and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing shipping containers from ChinaNew one-trip and custom-built shipping containers, reefers and tank containers pay 0% UK duty from China. CSC plates, standards and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing laser levels and surveying tools from ChinaLaser levels, total stations, theodolites, laser distance meters and weather instruments pay 0% UK duty from China. Laser safety and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing thermometers and hygrometers from ChinaDigital and dial thermometers, clinical thermometers, barometers, hygrometers and weather stations pay 0% UK duty from China. Rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing MDF and fibreboard from ChinaMDF, HDF, laminate flooring boards and other fibreboard pay 6% UK duty from China. Formaldehyde classes, timber legality and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing plastic moulding machines from ChinaInjection moulding machines, extruders, blow moulders, thermoformers and granulators pay 0% UK duty from China. Machinery safety and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing kitchen and folding knives from ChinaKitchen knives, knife sets, table knives, pruning knives and folding knives pay 8% UK duty from China. The UK knife laws, blade tests and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing steel chain from ChinaRoller chain, welded link chain, lifting chain, snow chains and chain parts of iron or steel pay 0% UK duty from China. Lifting rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing motor parts, stators and rotors from ChinaStator and rotor cores, laminations, motor housings and generator parts pay 2% UK duty from China. Standards, inspection points and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing essential oils from ChinaEssential oils, resinoids and oleoresins pay 0% UK duty from China. Chemical labelling, drug precursor checks, adulteration tests and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing wellington and rubber boots from ChinaWellington boots, rubber safety boots and moulded waterproof footwear pay 16% UK duty from China. PPE, labelling and chemical rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing posters and printed matter from ChinaPosters, art prints, trade catalogues, flyers and printed photographs pay 0% UK duty from China, but import VAT differs by item. A worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing fishing rods, reels and tackle from ChinaFishing rods, reels, hooks, landing nets, lures and other line fishing tackle pay 0% to 2% UK duty from China. Lead weight rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing wooden boxes and carved ornaments from ChinaWooden jewellery boxes, caskets, carved statuettes and marquetry pay 0% to 4% UK duty from China, with tropical wood at 2%. Rules and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing nails, staples and tacks from ChinaNails in coils and strips, loose nails, tacks, drawing pins and corrugated nails of iron or steel pay 0% UK duty from China. Standards and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing woodworking machines from ChinaPanel saws, bandsaws, planers, spindle moulders, CNC routers, edge banders and sanders pay 2% UK duty from China. Machinery safety and a worked example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing men's polo shirts and knit shirts from ChinaMen's and boys' knitted shirts, including polo shirts, in cotton or man-made fibres pay 12% UK duty from China. Labels, fabric and a worked duty example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing diagnostic and lab reagents from ChinaDiagnostic and laboratory reagents on a backing or prepared, test kits and reference materials pay 0% UK duty from China. IVD rules explained.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing PET, epoxy and polyester resins from ChinaBottle-grade PET, epoxy, alkyds and most polyesters pay 6% UK duty from China; polycarbonate granules and POM 0% under suspensions. REACH and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing PVC profiles and plastic rods from ChinaPVC window profiles, trims, plastic rods, sticks and monofilament over 1 mm pay 6% UK duty from China. Window standards and a worked duty example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing honey from ChinaNatural honey from China pays 16% UK duty and carries a veterinary control. Approved countries, residue testing, authenticity and honey labelling explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing wooden picture frames from ChinaWooden frames for paintings, photographs and mirrors pay 0% UK duty from China, or 2% in specified tropical wood. Timber legality and glazing explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing marble and granite stone from ChinaMarble, travertine, granite and other worked stone, including tiles, slabs, carvings and memorials, pay 0% UK duty from China. Standards explained.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing spices, ginger and turmeric from ChinaGinger, saffron, turmeric, curry powder, thyme, bay leaves and other spices pay 0% UK duty from China. Contaminant limits and food law explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing keyboards and electric guitars from ChinaDigital pianos, keyboards, synthesisers, electronic organs and electric guitars pay 2% UK duty from China. Electrical safety, WEEE and quality explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing sucralose and furan chemicals from ChinaSucralose, tetrahydrofuran, furfural, coumarins and other oxygen heterocyclics pay 0% to 6% UK duty from China. Precursor controls explained.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing titanium products from ChinaTitanium sponge, powder and scrap pay 4% UK duty from China; titanium bars, rods, wire, plate, sheet, tube and other articles 6%. Grades explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing vitamins from ChinaVitamins A, B1, B2, B5, B6, B12, C, D and E, their derivatives and natural concentrates pay 0% UK duty from China. Supplement and feed rules explained.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing garden hand tools from ChinaSpades, shovels, hoes, rakes, axes, secateurs, hedge shears and other garden and forestry hand tools pay 0% UK duty from China. Quality explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing cutlery, spoons and forks from ChinaStainless steel spoons, forks, ladles, cake servers and cutlery sets pay 8% UK duty from China; other base metal 4%. Food contact and grades explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing glass fibre and glass wool from ChinaGlass fibre chopped strands, rovings, yarn, mats, mesh and woven fabrics pay 4% to 7% UK duty from China; glass wool 4% to 6%. Insulation rules explained.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing perfume and fragrances from ChinaPerfumes and toilet waters pay 0% UK duty from China. The cosmetics rules, safety assessment, SCPN notification and flammable shipping explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing molybdenum products from ChinaMolybdenum powder, unwrought molybdenum, bars, rods, sheet, wire and other molybdenum articles pay 0% UK duty from China. Grades and certificates explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing scarves and shawls from ChinaWoven scarves, shawls, mufflers, veils and mantillas in silk, wool, cashmere, cotton or synthetics pay 8% UK duty from China. Fibre claims explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing industrial gases and silicon from ChinaArgon, nitrogen and oxygen pay 4% UK duty from China, hydrogen 2%, and helium, silicon metal and selenium 0%. Cylinders and dangerous goods explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing biscuits, cakes and bakery from ChinaBiscuits, wafers, cakes, rusks and savoury snacks pay 8% UK duty from China; crispbread and rice paper carry a per-kilo duty too. Food rules explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing citric acid and food acids from ChinaCitric acid, citrates, tartaric and lactic acid from China: UK duty is now 0% on most lines under suspensions. Purity rules, testing and an example.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing frozen vegetables from ChinaFrozen peas, beans, spinach, peppers, broccoli, mixed vegetables and potatoes pay 14% UK duty from China; frozen sweetcorn 4% plus £7.80 per 100 kg.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing nonwoven fabrics from ChinaSpunbond, meltblown, spunlace and needle-punched nonwovens, coated or not, pay 4% UK duty from China. Specification, REACH and end-use rules explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing foam sheet and plastic laminates from ChinaPlastic foam sheet in PVC, PU, PE and PS, high-pressure laminates and reinforced plastic sheet pay 6% UK duty from China. Insulation and fire rules explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing polyester and nylon fabrics from ChinaWoven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, such as polyester and nylon taffeta, oxford and chiffon, pay 8% UK duty from China. REACH and fibre labels explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing shavers and hair clippers from ChinaElectric shavers, hair clippers, beard trimmers and hair-removing appliances with a built-in motor pay 2% UK duty from China. Safety and batteries explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing optical lenses and fibres from ChinaOptical fibres, polarising sheet, contact lenses and spectacle lenses pay 0% or 2% UK duty from China. Opticians Act and medical device rules explained.4 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing tissue parent reels from ChinaTissue parent reels, cellulose wadding, creped tissue and towel and napkin stock in large rolls pay 0% UK duty from China. Timber rules and specs explained.3 min readAisles of a large supermarket seen from above, shelves fully stockedSourcing combs and hair accessories from ChinaCombs, hair slides, hair clips, hairpins, curling pins and similar hair accessories pay 2% UK duty from China. Children's safety and finishes explained.3 min read

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