Antiques exempt from UK import Duty from non EU countries .

[Babu]

Hi I'm sure you already know but I will post this for those that do not.

If you use CPC code 4000200 and description is ”antiques over 150 years old" our HMRC has told me these are exempt from UK import duty and VAT.

Probably still have to pay any handling fee but possibly not.

[Alex A]

That one is new to me, sounds great

[kissakai]

This is the one I've used

Tariff Code:

9706.00.00.60

Antiques over 100 years old = 5%

[Babu]

I was told to use the CPC code to be exempt.the tariff code is not relevant if there is no tariff through exemption.

[Babu]

This may help.

Put simply, a CPC code (Customs Procedure Code) is your reason for import or export, expressed as either a seven digit number or a six digit number and one letter. It describes the purpose of your shipment which in turn directly determines how your shipment is processed and ultimately if, how, when and from whom duties and taxes are collected.

 

As we all know, the key attribute of express parcel shipping is speed. Couriers can expedite goods around the world at incredible pace these days but mandatory customs clearance is all too often where the hard work comes undone. More often than not, missing, incomplete or unclear customs declarations are the culprit. Whilst the length of time customs take to clear a shipment can never be predicted with certainty, using an appropriate CPC code when creating a customs declaration is a step one can take to help minimise unnecessary delays. The faster customs can ascertain why a consignment is being imported, the faster they can move on to establishing what the goods are and whether duties and taxes apply. Only then can they authorise the release of a shipment for delivery.

 

At the very least, a short written statement must be present on your customs declaration that clearly explains the purpose of your shipment. With this, some carriers may assign a CPC code to your shipment for you but not all couriers will and even those that do, will not do so all of the time. For this reason it's best to familiarise yourself with the codes that apply to you, especially if you ship outside of the European Union on a regular basis.

[Alex A]

Are you sure whoever told you this has it correct about non-EU countries. ?

 

 

 

Just had a quick look through all the .gov jargon and only see a reference to within the EU

[Babu]

I spoke to the HMRC earlier today .I took notes.

Look up Notice 362 on the HMRC website.

Section 2.1 which indicates no duty but a possibility of a reduced VAT charge.

If you wish to claim back any taxes paid historically use form BAR286

[Alex A]

Wow, BAR286, thats where il spend it

[Babu]

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/notice-362-imported-antiques

[Gakusee]

Correct. Exempt from customs & excise duty but still subject to 5% reduced VAT rate. Has been like this for a while.

[Alex A]

Aye, for a short while i was thinking they had changed the rules and not charging the 5% with the code above (non EU), wishful thinking on my behalf.

[w.y.chan]

Its also 5% tax if it is work art but less than 100yrs old.