Sourcing diaphragm gas meters from China
Diaphragm gas meters from China carry 0% UK import duty, with no anti-dumping or countervailing measure listed in the supplied tariff data. For billing in Great Britain, the meter must be of an approved design. Check the model's conformity evidence before ordering. Cambridge China Bridge sources diaphragm gas meters.
Duty on diaphragm gas meters
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 1 October 2026, gas meters under 9028 10 00 00 and other meter parts and accessories under 9028 90 90 00 carry 0% duty for goods from China. The supplied data lists no anti-dumping or countervailing duty, suspensions or attached import controls for these lines.
Heading 9028 covers gas, liquid and electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters. The table distinguishes diaphragm meter configurations sharing the gas-meter code; it does not create separate tariff classifications. See the wider meter guide for the other product families.
Confirm the commodity code using the complete product description, particularly when ordering separate components. A complete diaphragm gas meter and an individual replacement component need separate classification checks.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping or countervailing duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic diaphragm gas meters | 9028 10 00 00 | 0% | None |
| Parts and accessories for gas meters | 9028 90 90 00 | 0% | None |
Specify the gas, flow range and connections
State the gas to be measured, minimum and maximum flow, working pressure, temperature range, installation orientation and connection thread. Supply a drawing showing connection spacing and overall dimensions. Specify the register units, reading direction and any pulse output so the sample can be checked against the intended installation.
For regulated uses, confirm the applicable conformity assessment and conformity and metrology marking requirements with the relevant authority. The importer must check that the manufacturer has prepared technical documentation and that a declaration of conformity accompanies the instrument. Match the certificate, declaration, drawings and sample model before approving production.
Agree accuracy tests across the specified flow and temperature range, together with leak testing and pressure-loss checks. Arrange testing and certification checks around the actual model and intended use.
Worked duty example
Illustrative example, not a quote: Illustrative batch of diaphragm gas meters for a business buyer under 9028 10 00 00, invoiced at £2,000 free on board, with £2,000 of freight and insurance to the UK. The customs value is £4,000. Duty at 0% is £0. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £4,000, so it is £800. With no duty, the only import tax is the VAT, which a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.
Inspection checklist
Identity: match the model, serial numbers, applicable conformity and metrology markings, and certificate details to the approved sample.
Connections: check thread form, connection spacing, flow-direction marking, protective caps and casing damage.
Performance: review traceable accuracy results at several flows and temperatures; witness agreed leak and pressure-loss tests on samples.
Register and seals: check readable units, smooth register movement, pulse output where fitted and seals that show interference. Record findings during quality inspection.
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What goes wrong
A meter can fit the pipework yet fail the intended measurement duty. Watch for low-flow error, temperature-related drift, a sticking register, leaking joints and pulse output that does not match the receiving equipment. Compare results with the agreed specification rather than accepting a general factory pass statement.
A certificate for a similar model does not establish the ordered model's conformity. Check the exact model and configuration before shipment, then repeat identity and condition checks on arrival. For billing in Great Britain, an approved design is required whether the billing party is an energy supplier or a landlord.
Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification. For components and parts, see sourcing for manufacturers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on diaphragm gas meters from China?
The supplied tariff data gives 0% duty under 9028 10 00 00, with no anti-dumping or countervailing measure, suspension or attached import control listed.
Can I use a Chinese diaphragm gas meter for tenant billing?
In Great Britain, a gas meter used for billing by a landlord must be of an approved design. Confirm approval for the exact model before ordering.
What documents should I request from the factory?
Request the model's conformity certificate, declaration of conformity, drawings and accuracy reports. The importer must check technical documentation and that the declaration accompanies the regulated instrument.
What should I check when the meters arrive?
Match models and serial numbers to the documents, inspect connections and seals, check register units and review sampled accuracy and leak-test results against your agreed specification.