News & Guides — UK Import Duty, Trade & HS Codes

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🔵 HS Codes

HS Codes Explained: What They Are and How to Find the Right One

Every product crossing a UK border needs an HS code. Using the wrong one can mean overpaying duty — or worse, an HMRC penalty. Here's what you need to know.

7 Jun 20266 min read

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🟣 Trade Policy

CPTPP: What the UK's Pacific Trade Deal Means for Your Import Costs

The UK joined CPTPP in 2024. For importers sourcing from Japan, Vietnam, Malaysia and others, this means lower duty rates — if your goods meet the rules of origin.

7 Jun 20267 min read

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🟡 Country Guide

Importing from China in 2026: Duty Rates, Rules of Origin and What to Declare

China remains the UK's largest source of manufactured imports. Here's what you pay at the border, what documentation you need and how to calculate your true landed cost.

7 Jun 20269 min read

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📗 Duty Guide

Import VAT vs Import Duty: What's the Difference and What Do You Actually Pay?

Many first-time importers are surprised when they receive two separate charges at the border. Here's exactly what each one is and which one you can reclaim.

7 Jun 20265 min read

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🟣 Trade Policy

UK Trade Deals 2026: Which Countries Get Preferential Duty Rates?

The UK has over 70 trade agreements covering reduced or zero-rated duty. A full breakdown of which countries qualify and how to use these rates on your imports.

7 Jun 202610 min read

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🟡 Country Guide

Importing from India: Duty Rates, DCTS and the UK-India Trade Deal

India is one of the fastest-growing sources of UK imports. Under DCTS, many Indian goods attract reduced duty rates. Here's what applies to your products.

7 Jun 20267 min read

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🔵 HS Codes

How to Classify Clothing and Textiles for UK Import: The HS Code Guide

Chapters 61 and 62 cover knitted and woven clothing — but the difference matters. Getting the wrong code on apparel is one of the most common import mistakes.

7 Jun 20266 min read

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