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Import duty on fashion jewelry from China to the UK

Short answer: Fashion jewelry from China usually fall under commodity code 7117190090 (chapter 71). The third-country duty is 4% on the CIF value, then 20% import VAT on value plus duty. In our example, 2,000 units land at about £1.25 each including VAT (figures converted at par for simplicity).

Verified 2026-10-29 against official sources linked below.

The rates (from official sources)

ItemValueSource
Example commodity code7117190090the UK Trade Tariff
Third-country duty (applies to China)4%the UK Trade Tariff
Import VAT20% import VATGOV.UK

HS chapter hint: chapter 71. The rate belongs to the exact code, not the product name, so check yours.

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Worked example

2,000 units at US$0.90 each, US$200 freight, 0.5% insurance. Amounts in US$ for comparison; customs uses local currency at the official rate.

Goods value1,800.00
Freight200
Insurance (0.5%)9.00
Customs value (CIF)2,009.00
Duty at 4%80.36
Import VAT at 20%417.87
Landed total incl. VAT2,507.23
Per unit incl. VAT1.25
Per unit ex VAT (if you reclaim VAT)1.04

Example figures, not a quote. Not included: broker fees, local delivery and sourcing-agent fees.

FAQ

What is the UK import duty on fashion jewelry from China?

For commodity code 7117190090, the third-country duty that applies to Chinese goods is 4%, charged on the CIF value. Checked on the UK Trade Tariff on 29 Oct 2026. Other codes in chapter 71 can have other rates.

Is there UK duty on parcels under 135 pounds?

For consignments worth 135 pounds or less, customs duty is not charged and VAT is usually collected by the seller or marketplace at the point of sale. Above that, duty and import VAT are paid at the border.

Which HS chapter are fashion jewelry in?

Usually chapter 71 (jewellery (including imitation jewellery)). The exact code depends on material and use, for example base-metal fashion jewelry. Confirm the code with your customs broker before you ship.

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