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UK CBAM Starts January 2027: What Aluminium and Steel Importers Must Do Now
The UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism takes effect 1 January 2027. If you import aluminium, steel, cement, fertilisers, or hydrogen above £50,000 annually, you have new compliance obligations — and the registration window opens Q4 2026.
Which Products Save Most Under UK–India CETA? Key HS Chapters Ranked
CETA savings are not spread evenly. Some sectors win big, others see no change. We rank the key HS chapters by duty reduction and explain what importers need to know before planning around the savings.
CETA Origin Rules: REX Statements Explained for UK Importers
UK–India CETA is live — but claiming preferential duty rates requires the right documentation from your Indian supplier. Here is exactly what you need and how it works.
China–UK Imports in 2026: Anti-Dumping, UFLPA, and Getting Clearance Right
Importing from China into the UK involves more compliance layers than any other trade lane. Anti-dumping duties, Xinjiang supply chain checks, and CDS classification are the three areas where errors cost importers most.
UK Customs Declaration Service (CDS): A Plain-English Guide for Importers
CHIEF is gone. Every UK customs declaration now goes through the Customs Declaration Service. Here is what that means for your supply chain, and what to check with your freight forwarder.
CETA Is Live: What It Means for UK–India Importers
The UK–India Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement entered into force on 1 July 2026. Here is what changes, what stays the same, and how to claim preferential duty rates on your next shipment.