Next Wednesday (11:59pm, 3 July 2024) marks the final deadline for new tariff suspension applications and feedback on extensions of current suspensions set to expire at year-end.…

Businesses selling direct to customers in NI will be able to reduce costs and simplify operations later this year following the introduction of the UK Carrier Scheme (UKC). The…

Understanding the complex web of customs rules and regulations that affect any individual import business is a challenging and ever-changing task. The responsibility often sits…

In the complex world of customs compliance, a minor coding error in classification can lead to overpayments amounting to hundreds of thousands of pounds for some businesses.…

Import businesses should take heed of the outcome of a recent tribunal where an importer won the case but still ended up paying over 99% of the £600,000 duty charge because they…

Analysis of over 600,000 customs declarations* has revealed that 34 per cent of entries contain errors by brokers, potentially costing UK businesses thousands of pounds in…

Import businesses should take heed of the outcome of a recent tribunal where an importer won the case but still ended up paying over 99% of the £600,000 duty charge because they…

A new statutory instrument that comes into effect on 13 March 2023 will make exporters accountable for notifying their overseas customers if they become aware of any material…

A recent tribunal between HMRC and an importer of licenced dolls and figures, including Child’s Play villain ‘Chucky’ and Walking Dead characters ‘The Hulk’ and ‘Captain America’,…

Taking on a new in-house customs role can be an exciting career step. Experienced customs professionals can make a significant difference to their new employer, cutting costs,…