The Importer's Notebook
Practical guides on duty, freight, VAT and unit economics — no fluff.
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8 articles
UK Import Duty Rates 2026: How Much Will You Pay on Your Products?
A practical guide to understanding UK import duty rates in 2026, how to look them up, common product categories, and how trade agreements can reduce what you pay.
How to Calculate VAT on Imported Goods to the UK with Examples
Learn exactly how import VAT is calculated in the UK, with worked examples at 20%, 5%, and 0% rates. Plus how postponed VAT accounting can help your cash flow.
First-Time Importer UK: How to Clear Goods Through Customs Step by Step
A complete step-by-step guide for first-time UK importers covering EORI registration, customs declarations, duty payments, and clearing goods through UK customs.
How to Use UK Trade Agreements to Pay Less Import Duty
UK free trade agreements can cut your import duty significantly or eliminate it entirely. Learn which FTAs are available, how to claim preferential rates, and common mistakes to avoid.
UK Commodity Codes Explained: How 10-Digit Codes Determine Your Duty Rate
Learn how UK commodity codes are structured and how each digit determines your duty rate, VAT treatment, and compliance requirements.
How Much Does It Cost to Import Goods from China to the UK in 2026?
How much does it cost to import from China to the UK in 2026? Every cost from supplier to warehouse, with two worked examples and current duty and freight rates.
Import Documentation Checklist UK: Every Document You Need Before Shipping
UK import documents checklist — every document required to clear goods through UK customs, who prepares each one, and retention requirements.
Customs Value Declaration Methods: How to Declare Import Value Correctly
Learn all 6 customs value declaration methods, what costs to include or exclude, and see worked examples of correct customs valuation for UK imports.
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