Importing from China to UK
Importing from China to UK
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mb450

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429 posts

230 months

Thursday 5th February 2009
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Hi folks,

I need some advice on the tax when importing clothing (nothing special just dresses) from China to the UK for resale.

I've got a for the shipping which after haggling seems reasonable; but I'm confused about the taxation of the dresses when they come into the country. My limited understanding is that they are taxed - but I'm struggling to find out at what rate etc.

Anyone got any experience or can help point me in the right direction.

Cheers

Eric Mc

125,884 posts

296 months

Thursday 5th February 2009
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I don't know the detailed amounts but you will be charged the following:

import duty
VAT at point of entry (currently 15% on adult clothing)
handling charges by the import agent (if there is one)

If you are VAT registered, you will be able to reclaim the VAT at point of entry.

A1

681 posts

242 months

Thursday 5th February 2009
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For classification of how much import duty, ring HMRC on 01702366077. They will tel you exaclty how much.