At Avocet Consulting, we understand how daunting the UK import and market regulations can be. We are here to help by providing verification and guidance services for every step of your export journey, giving you reassurance and peace of mind by reducing the risk of delays, compliance issues and incomplete paperwork.
Our parent company, Avocet Clearance, are able to further support with freight and customs needs once your goods are ready for shipping.
We can arrange to receive a sample of your products through a courier service.
Depending on the goods we may recommend a lab test to confirm the product meets quality and safety requirements in accordance with UK legislation.
With years of experience and a deep understanding of the global trade landscape, our team has the expertise to help your business succeed. We can help you navigate the complexities of international trade and identify new opportunities for growth.
We will undertake an origin assessment based on information you provide about where your product is sourced from, or the origin of the components used to make the finished product.
This enables us to assess any applicable trade agreements which will reduce the duty and therefore landed cost of your goods in the UK.
Agreeing the split of costs, risks and obligations between you and your customer is key to a smooth export / import process.
We can guide and clarify the agreement and highlight any extra steps to consider based on your sales terms.
We can provide templates for your commercial invoice and packing list to ensure all required information is included.
We will also confirm any additional certificates or statements needed to accompany the shipment.
We can advise on any special packaging requirements to maintain the quality of the goods during transport.
We can also confirm any specific UK labelling requirements for your products.
Certain goods must arrive at approved inspection points in the UK.
We can help assess the routes available for your shipment and confirm which are appropriate.
We can also provide quotes for the freight through Avocet Clearance.
If your customer needs support with the UK import process, we can also arrange customs clearance, port health clearance and onward inland delivery from the port or airport through Avocet Clearance.
The UK importer would need to complete an onboarding process.
We work closely with African exporters who are looking to export to the UK, with particular expertise in agricultural, horticultural and natural ingredients.
We are passionate about helping African exporters to access the UK market.
We recently participated in the Development Round Table conference.