Importing footwear from the States..

Zak_K · 22-09-2008, 10:21 PM

I've searched the net, and I can't find the import rates for these - obviously the pdf from a few years back doesnt help much. Seeing as I can't call anyone to find out the amount of duty payable I'd appreciate it if anyone would enlighten me.

Zak.

MacLover · 22-09-2008, 10:33 PM

17% Duty & 17.5% VAT.

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**uhafmail** · 22-09-2008, 10:34 PM

17% Duty

Edit: Beaten too it.

Zak_K · 22-09-2008, 10:42 PM

Cheers guys. But 17%? No wonder theres not many footwear importers.

**uhafmail** · 22-09-2008, 10:44 PM

Yeh the duty is high but there is still profit to be made on SOME footwear. Find one that is selling for less $ than £ (which there are some) and you can make a killing. Or if you get some trainers that are limited edition in the US you can make a fortune if you hold on to them for 6 months.

MacLover · 22-09-2008, 10:48 PM

I was toying with the idea once of importing footwear but seeing as most were only 5% (10% at most) below RRP in UK plus the duty & VAT it would of been a waste of time.

I agree with uhafmail on the Limited Editions, You would make a killing if they are sought after.