Food

Did you know that paying import duties is not always required? Customs Expert Marino Vaccari explains how you can benefit from Inward Processing Relief.

​​​​​​​You need to prove that your catch is legal and safe for consumption when importing fish into the UK. But how, when, and why do you need an IUU Catch Certificate (IUUCC)? Find out in this article.

Whether you are a logistics service provider or an importer of fruit with your own logistics operation, you want your shipments handled with care. The faster your shipments reach their end destinations, the fresher the fruit. So, having all your customs processes in order will save you time and prevent unnecessary delays.

What are the unique challenges of working in perishable goods when thinking about Customs? We spoke to Koornstra & Co to find out:

Importing food presents a health risk, with inadequate shipments known to cause disease if they haven’t been prepared, treated, or checked correctly. Therefore, clearing your foodstuffs through customs requires more than a standard import declaration.

Following the delay of EU foodstuff customs clearance requirements in July, further regulations surrounding labelling have now also been delayed.