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Consumer Electronics → United Kingdom

Requires UKCA marking (replacing CE) + UK EORI + UK VAT; packaging requires EPR registration

Lead time 3-6 weeks
Cost range £1,500-6,000
HS code 8517
Duty rate 0%
VAT / tax 20%

Technical standards

Reference standards for this product category — verify applicability with your testing lab before export.

Standard No.OrganizationTitleYear
GB/T 7260.2-2026 GB/T 不间断电源系统（UPS） 第2部分：电磁兼容性（EMC）要求 2026
GB/T 31723.406-2026 GB/T 金属电缆和其他无源元件试验方法 第4-6部分：电磁兼容 表面转移阻抗 线注入法 2026
GB/T 28859-2025 GB/T 电子封装用环氧粉末包封料 2025
GB/T 20130-2025 GB/T 自屏蔽电子束辐射加工装置 2025
GB/T 18039.11-2025 GB/T 电磁兼容 环境 第11部分：HEMP环境分类 2025
GB/T 14392.2-2025 GB/T 国际贸易单证样式 第2部分：电子单证 2025
GB/T 44554.4-2025 GB/T 电子凭证入账要求 第4部分：银行电子回单 2025
GB/T 44554.3-2025 GB/T 电子凭证入账要求 第3部分：财政电子票据 2025

Required certifications

CertificationWhat it coversStatus
UKCA marking Replaced CE after Brexit; mandatory from 2025 Required
UK EORI Required for UK customs clearance Required
UK VAT GB tax ID registration required Required
UK Packaging EPR Registration with the Environment Agency required Required
UKRP UK authorized representative required Conditional

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Common non-compliance risks

Frequently asked

What is the difference between UKCA and CE?
UKCA is the post-Brexit UK certification, replacing CE from 2025.
Is a UK EORI required?
Yes. A UK EORI number is mandatory for customs clearance.
What is the UK VAT rate?
Standard 20%; reduced 5% for certain goods.
How do I register for Packaging EPR?
Register with the UK Environment Agency (EA); fees are based on packaging material weight.
Is a UK representative required?
Non-UK companies must appoint a UKRP (UK Responsible Person).

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