Week 23/21: EU & UK customs and trade law changes
A summary of EU and UK trade law changes. Access legal text with a single click. Save time. Stay compliant. Week 20 (07.06.2021-13.06.2021)
EU legislation
11/06/2021 L205 L206 L207 L208 C222 C222I C223 C224 C225
10/06/2021 L204 C221
09/06/2021 L203 L203I C219 C219I C220
08/06/2021 L201 L202 C218
07/06/2021 L199 L199I L200 C215 C215I C216 C217
New EU Classifications
Commodity code 39269097
Pool Noodle Classification - 3926 90 97
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Commodity code 4421 99 10
Furniture Roller - 4421 99 10 - CELEX_32
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Commodity code 81 13 00 90
Cerment Sticks - 8113 00 90 - CELEX_3202
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EU Dual-Use Regulation: Entry into force in September 2021
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EU imposes a provisional anti-dumping duty on imports of mono ethylene glycol originating in the United States of America and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
A provisional anti-dumping duty is imposed on imports of mono ethylene glycol (current EC-number 203-473-3), currently falling under CN code ex 2905 31 00 (TARIC code 2905310010), originating in the United States of America and in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The rates of the provisional anti-dumping duty applicable to the net, free-at-Union-frontier price, before duty, of max 52,0 %.
EU imposes a provisional anti-dumping duty on imports of birch plywood originating in Russia of max 15,9 %
A provisional anti-dumping duty is imposed on imports of plywood consisting solely of sheets of wood, each ply not exceeding 6 mm thickness, with outer plies of wood specified under subheading 4412 33, with at least one outer ply of birch wood, whether or not coated, originating in Russia, currently falling under CN code ex 4412 33 00 (TARIC code 4412330010).
Irish Customs - Revenue
Collection of Customs Debts Manual
eCustoms notification 37 2021Beer and spirits Excise entries via AIS
eCustoms notification 36 2021RoRo movements – withdrawal of temporary facilitation for ENS
Guide to customs import procedures.
Guide to customs export procedures.
Exporting goods to the UK
Importers of your goods in the UK may require a statement on origin from you to allow them to avail of preferential tariffs (0%) under EU - UK preferential origin.
An EU exporter using a ‘statement on origin’ must be registered on the Registered Exporter System (REX) unless the consignment value is below €6,000.
Details of REX registration are available at Registered Exporters System (REX).
UK Customs and Trade Legislation and Guidance changes
We look through legislation.gov.uk to make sure you never miss an important legislative update.
Changes to CHIEF commodity codes (Tariff stop press notice 17)
Page summary: Find out the changes to commodity codes in the UK Trade Tariff and the Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system.
UK ports and port codes
Page summary: A list of ports in the UK and port codes to use with CHIEF and the Customs Declaration Service.
Moving processed or repaired goods into free circulation or re-exporting them
Page summary: Find out how to move your goods from inward processing into free circulation, another special procedure or re-export.
Change made: This page has been updated to advise all bank details must be included when sending bill of discharge’ for it to be processed.
Declare commercial goods you’re taking out of Great Britain in your accompanied baggage or small vehicles
Page summary: Find out how to declare goods you’re taking out of Great Britain to sell or use for your business that are under the total value of £1,500 and meet certain other conditions.
Change made: Information added to confirm that if you’re a customs agent you should ask your client to get an EORI number before you declare on their behalf.
Reference Document for The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020
Page summary: Find the UK’s most favoured nation tariff rates as referenced in The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020.
Change made: Version 1.3 of The Tariff of the United Kingdom dated 27 April 2021 has been replaced with version 1.4 dated 28 May 2021.
Receive goods into and remove goods from an excise warehouse (Excise Notice 197)
Page summary: Find out the UK’s requirements for the holding and movement of excise goods in duty suspension within the UK and the EU.
Change made: Edited section 15 to reflect the end of Excise Movement and Control System message exchanges with the EU.
Data Element 2/3: Documents and Other Reference Codes (Union) of the Customs Declaration Service
Page summary: Find the relevant document codes, document status codes and details to be declared such as licences and certificates (Appendix 5A).
Change made: This page has been updated with corrected instructions at Y930 and Y931.
Notices made under the Customs (Import Duty) (EU Exit) Regulations 2018
Page summary: Notices made under the Customs (Import Duty) (EU Exit) Regulations 2018 which have the force of law.
Change made: Updated Section 12 – the period in which a simplified customs declaration can be made, followed by a supplementary declaration 175 days later, for imports made using a fixed transport installation has been extended to 31 December 2021.
Notices made under The Customs (Transitional Arrangements) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020
Page summary: Notices made under The Customs (Transitional Arrangements) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 which have force of law under Customs Regulations.
Change made: The ‘Public notices – declarations’ attachment has been amended to show the period for making a transitional Entry in the Declarant’s Records (EIDR) simplified customs declaration process for goods imported from the EU has been extended to 31 December 2021.
Reference Documents for The Customs (Tariff Quotas) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020
Page summary: Check the documents that detail product specific tariff-rate quotas, including the individual product volumes and rates, and also list of eligible goods and their authorised uses.
Change made: Tariff Quotas, version 2.0, dated 29 December 2020 has been replaced by Tariff Quotas, version 2.1, dated 8 June 2021.
Search the register of customs agents and fast parcel operators
Page summary: Find a customs agent or fast parcel operator to help you with import and export declarations.
Change made: The lists of customs agents and the list of fast parcel operators have been updated.
Reference Documents for The Customs Tariff (Preferential Trade Arrangements and Tariff Quotas) (EU Exit) (Amendment) (No 3) Regulations 2020
Page summary: Find the UK’s preferential tariffs and Rules of Origin for the agreements contained within the Customs Tariff (Preferential Trade Arrangements and Tariff Quotas) (Amendment No 3) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020.
Change made: First published.
Customs, VAT and Excise UK transition legislation from 1 January 2021
Page summary: This collection brings together Customs, VAT and Excise EU Exit legislation and Customs notices that have the force of law applicable to UK transition.
Change made: Three new links added to Tariff Statutory Instruments and reference documents.Links have also been added to The Taxation (Cross-border Trade) (Miscellaneous Amendments) (EU Exit) Regulations 2021, The Customs (Declaration Modification) Regulations 2021 and The Customs Safety and Security Procedures (EU Exit) Regulations 2021
UK Export Controls
Notice to Exporters 2021/04: open general licences amended Page summary: The Export Control Joint Unit have amended 8 open general export licences (OGELs). These reflect the changes to the list of defence-related products.
Notice to Exporters 2021/05: Export Control Order 2008 Page summary: The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) has amended the Export Control Order 2008.
Notice to Exporters 2021/06: F680 express applications Page summary: When the exceptional circumstances express clearance facility can be used for MOD Form 680 applications.
Open general export licences for export after repair/replacement under warranty: military goods Page summary: Licences for the export of military goods which have been imported into the UK for repair or replacement under warranty. See explanation below for which licence to use. Change made: These licences have been amended to correct an error in the list of goods covered by these licences
Open general export licence (military goods, software and technology: government or NATO end-use) Page summary: Licence for the export of military goods to a government or a NATO organisation in any of the destinations or countries listed in the OGEL. Change made: These licences have been amended to take into account changes to the list of defence-related products. Time updated: 9:30am, 7 June 2021
Open general export licence: exports under the US-UK defence trade co-operation treaty Page summary: Licence for the export or transfer of military goods or technology under the US-UK Defence Trade Co-operation Treaty from the UK to the US. Change made: This licence has been amended to take into account changes to the list of defence-related products.
Open general export licences for technology for military goods Page summary: Licences allowing the export of technology and the information needed for the development, and production of, military goods. See explanation below for which licence to use. Change made: These licences have been amended to take into account changes to the list of defence-related products.
Open general export licence (military goods, software and technology) Page summary: Licence for the export of a wide range of military equipment to low-risk destinations. Change made: This licence has been amended to take into account changes to the list of defence-related products.
Open general export licence (certified companies) Page summary: Licence for the export of military goods to certified companies in the EU. Change made: This licence has been amended to take into account changes to the list of defence-related products
Open general export licences for software and source code for military goods Page summary: Licences allowing the export of a wide range of software and source codes for military goods. Change made: These licences have been amended to take into account changes to the list of defence-related products. Time updated: 9:31am, 7 June 2021
UK Trade Defence
Trade remedies notice: anti-dumping duty on wire rod originating in the People's Republic of China Page summary: Trade remedies notice of anti-dumping duty on wire rod originating in the People’s Republic of China Change made: Removed Suspension notice 2020/03.
Trade remedies notice: anti-dumping duty on certain heavy plate of non-alloy or other alloy steel originating in the People's Republic of China Page summary: Trade remedies notice for anti-dumping duty on certain heavy plate of non-alloy or other alloy steel originating in the People’s Republic of China. Change made: Removed Suspension notice 2020/06.
Trade remedies notice: anti-dumping duty on certain hot-rolled flat products of iron, non-alloy or other alloy steel originating in the People's Republic of China Page summary: Trade remedies notice for anti-dumping duty on certain hot-rolled flat products of iron, non-alloy or other alloy steel originating in the People’s Republic of China Change made: Removed Suspension notice 2020/07.
Trade remedies notice: anti-dumping duty on certain organic coated steel products originating in the People's Republic of China. Page summary: Trade remedies notice of anti-dumping duty on certain organic coated steel products originating in the People’s Republic of China Change made: Removed Suspension notice 2020/11.
Trade remedies notice: anti-dumping duty on certain hot-rolled flat products of iron, non-alloy or other alloy steel originating in Brazil, Iran, the Russian Federation and Ukraine Page summary: Trade remedies notice for anti-dumping duty on certain hot-rolled flat products of iron, non-alloy or other alloy steel originating in Brazil, Iran, the Russian Federation and Ukraine. Change made: Updated Annex 1 table in Suspension notice 2020/09.