💰 Current Freight Rates
| Weight | Rate (USD / KG) |
|---|---|
| 15 KG | USD 2.80 |
| 16 KG | USD 2.69 |
| 17 KG | USD 3.40 |
| 18 KG | USD 3.26 |
| 19 KG | USD 3.14 |
| 20 KG | USD 3.03 |
| 21 KG | USD 2.93 |
| 22 KG | USD 2.84 |
| 23 KG | USD 3.06 |
| 30 KG | USD 2.57 |
| 50 KG | USD 1.99 |
| 100 KG | USD 1.44 |
| 150 KG | USD 1.32 |
| 200 KG | USD 1.23 |
| 505 KG | USD 0.95 |
| 850 KG | USD 1.00 |
| 1700 KG | USD 1.08 |
| 2500 KG | USD 1.06 |
| 3400 KG | USD 0.82 |
📋 Service Details
About This Service
International freight from China to United Kingdom via DPD Sea Self-Tax/Deferred. All duties and taxes included (DDP).
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ℹ️ Additional Information
Documentation Required
Commercial invoice, packing list, and accurate HS codes for all items.
📊 China to United Kingdom — Shipping Reference Data
| Main sea gateways | Felixstowe, Southampton, London Gateway |
|---|---|
| Destination customs authority | HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) |
| De-minimis / duty-free threshold | GBP 135 |
| Import tax & duty regime | VAT 20%; duty 0–12% by commodity code |
| Local currency | GBP |
| Typical clearance / dwell time | 2–4 days |
| Peak / busy season | Sep–Nov |
| Conformity & certification | UKCA/CE marking for regulated goods |
Thresholds and duty bands are buyer-planning references, not formal customs rulings — confirm the exact HS-code rate for your goods before shipping.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long does DPD Sea Self-Tax/Deferred from China to United Kingdom take?
Sea freight on this route runs about 25–45 calendar days door-to-door, plus roughly 2–4 days of clearance/dwell once it reaches the gateway. Customs clearance is coordinated through our DDP Service (a customs and tax handling service, not Incoterms DDP).
What duties and taxes apply when importing into United Kingdom?
Clearance is handled by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). The regime is: VAT 20%; duty 0–12% by commodity code, with a de-minimis position of GBP 135. Our DDP Service coordinates this customs and tax processing for both parties; it does not constitute Incoterms DDP.
When does capacity tighten on the China–United Kingdom lane?
Space and rates tighten around Sep–Nov, plus the China-side windows of Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) and Golden Week (early Oct). Book 1–2 weeks earlier in these periods.
What documents are required for customs clearance in United Kingdom?
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) typically requires a commercial invoice with HS codes, a packing list, the bill of lading/air waybill, a certificate of origin (may lower duty), and any product certification (UKCA/CE marking for regulated goods). We file these as part of our DDP Service.
Which ports or airports does this route use into United Kingdom?
Sea cargo to United Kingdom clears through Felixstowe, Southampton, London Gateway; air freight clears via LHR (Heathrow), STN (Stansted), EMA. We route through whichever gateway gives the fastest onward delivery to your address and build it into the DDP price.
Can you ship special cargo (batteries, branded goods) to United Kingdom?
Yes — battery goods by sea follow UN3480/UN3481 rules with an MSDS; we prepare the dangerous-goods paperwork as part of DDP into Felixstowe, Southampton, London Gateway. Surcharges apply.
📋 Shipping Guidelines for United Kingdom
🔎 More United Kingdom Rate Pages
Detailed live-rate pages for common weights and shipping modes on this lane.
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📈 Historical Price Records
All price updates are recorded here. Use the weekly tabs to browse older entries.
| Date | 15-45 | 46+ | 101+ | 250+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-15Latest | USD 2.80 | USD 1.80 | USD 1.36 | USD 1.12 |
| 2026-06-08 | USD 2.80 | USD 1.80 | USD 1.36 | USD 1.11 |
| 2026-05-14 | USD 2.76 | USD 1.75 | USD 1.32 | USD 1.07 |
| 2025-12-29 | USD 2.75 | USD 1.75 | USD 1.31 | USD 1.07 |
Price Trend
⭐ Customer Reviews
What customers say about shipping to United Kingdom with us.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
We used this route for a regular replenishment to United Kingdom. Updates were clear and practical. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to United Kingdom. Very smooth process from booking to delivery. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
We tested this lane to United Kingdom with a mid-volume order. Updates were clear and practical. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to United Kingdom through this team. Updates were clear and practical. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
This was a DDP shipment to United Kingdom for mixed cartons. Very smooth process from booking to delivery. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost. Good landed-cost visibility from the start.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to United Kingdom through this team. Very smooth process from booking to delivery. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
This was a DDP shipment to United Kingdom for mixed cartons. Very smooth process from booking to delivery. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
We tested this lane to United Kingdom with a mid-volume order. Updates were clear and practical. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to United Kingdom through this team. Updates were clear and practical. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. Everything landed as promised.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to United Kingdom. Very smooth process from booking to delivery. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Would use the same line again for general cargo. Everything landed as promised.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to United Kingdom. Updates were clear and practical. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to United Kingdom through this team. Updates were clear and practical. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
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