{"id":6550,"date":"2023-07-10T10:19:00","date_gmt":"2023-07-10T09:19:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mercatorcargo.co.uk\/?p=6550"},"modified":"2025-02-23T20:05:15","modified_gmt":"2025-02-23T20:05:15","slug":"how-to-calculate-uk-import-vat-and-duty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mercatorcargo.co.uk\/how-to-calculate-uk-import-vat-and-duty\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Calculate UK Import VAT and Duty"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The amount of import VAT and duty payable upon clearance into the UK is dependent on three factors.\u00a0 Firstly the percentage of import VAT and\/or duty is dictated by the commodity code (sometimes also known as a tariff code) that the goods are being declared to UK Customs as.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The percentage for import duty is applied to the amount for freight, insurance (if any) and the value of the goods. The percentage for import VAT is applied to the CIF<\/a> value, plus the duty amount, and a minimal amount added as an adjustment (known as a VAT adjustment charge). This calculation is dictated by HMRC. If you are feeling lost, do not worry, your customs clearance agent<\/a> will do all the sums for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How do I find the Tariff Code for my Import?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Generally, your supplier overseas will provide you with the tariff code for your import goods.\u00a0 If it is not on the commercial invoice, then you can ask them to provide it.\u00a0 Alternatively you can classify the goods using HMRC\u2019s tariff<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What Percentage of Import VAT and Duty do I need to pay?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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This can also be checked on HMRC\u2019s online tariff<\/a>, simply enter the commodity code and the country that you are importing from. If there are special tariffs applicable due to a trade deal with that country (such as the UK-Australia and New Zealand trade deal<\/a>), then the online tariff will reflect this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Complete UK Customs Clearance Service<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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If you are looking for a UK based customs clearance agent<\/a> to handle a one-off clearance, or regular customs clearances for your company, then contact our import department. \u00a0We will be glad to provide you with a quote for customs clearance, and onward delivery if required.\u00a0 Mercator has been in business for over 30 years, we have badges at the major ports which means we handle the clearances in house.\u00a0 Our import department are furnished with the latest software, up to date knowledge and relevant experience to handle customs clearances efficiently and accurately on behalf of our customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can contact our import department by emailing sales@mercatorcargo.co.uk<\/a>, calling (+44) 02392 756 575 (we are here 9-5 Monday-Friday), or complete the form below and someone will be in touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Request a Quote for UK Customs Clearance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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