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The Complete Landed Cost Guide

Know the real cost of your imports before you commit. Break down every cost from factory to warehouse.

Cost Components Explained

1

Product Cost (FOB/EXW)

The base price you pay your supplier — understanding different Incoterms and what they include.

2

International Freight

Ocean, air, and multimodal shipping costs — how to get competitive rates and when to use each.

3

Cargo Insurance

Protecting your goods in transit — coverage types, typical rates, and when to insure.

4

Customs Duties & Tariffs

HS codes, duty rates, preferential tariffs under UK trade agreements, and how to classify goods.

5

VAT on Imports

How UK import VAT works, postponed VAT accounting, and when you can reclaim it.

6

Handling & Last-Mile Costs

Port charges, drayage, warehousing, and delivery to your door — the hidden costs that add up.

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