SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
EU countries are widely regarded as being easier to trade with compared to countries outside the EU , as the goods are in free circulation . By being part of a Customs Union , the UK benefits from restriction-free trade with other EU countries . If you are exporting clothing to the EU that has been processed from imported EU raw materials or goods , you may also be able to obtain additional relief from customs duties . Consider where your goods are made and how much is EU origin , as you may get duty relief from other “ preferencegiving ” countries outside of the EU that favour imports from this area .
3 . Be aware of customs challenges The transportation of clothing , requires specific restrictions that need following . Firstly , a business needs to detail the gender for which the garment is designed as this will impact on the duty rate when transporting across borders . You will also need to have correct accompanying documentation detailing whether the goods are knitted or woven , in addition to their fabric content in percentage by weight . The country of manufacture also needs to be divulged with some countries , namely the US , requiring the manufacturer to be identified via a code or the manufacturer ’ s full name and address .
4 . Keep clear on cost for good customer service Larger companies have been known to absorb customs charges ; keeping delivery prices to a minimum and customers happy . Working closely with your logistics provider to make sure parcels come complete with the correct shipping documentation will help you navigate what can be a tricky process . Make sure any clothing or raw materials are labelled in line with the Harmonised Coding System which classifies traded products with names and numbers to ensure quick
10 May 2015