Buy from China for your business in London
London businesses import a huge range of products. We help you go direct to the factory with clear documents that work for UK customs.
- How goods arrive
- Containers arrive at London Gateway, Felixstowe or Southampton, all within a few hours of the city.
- Sea transit
- 30 to 45 days depending on routing
- Customs
- HMRC (GB EORI required)
Who we help in London
- E-commerce brands
- Retail
- Hospitality
- Construction
How it works
Describe your product
Share a photo, a link or specifications. A single product is accepted.
Receive your sourcing report
Within 5 to 10 days: vetted suppliers with prices, minimum orders, lead times and sample options.
Choose the next step
Order directly, or have us negotiate, inspect and coordinate shipping to you in London.
Typical timeline to London
- Your requestDay 1
- Sourcing report5 to 10 days
- SamplesOften 1 to 3 weeks
- ProductionOften 2 to 6 weeks
- Inspection1 to 2 days
- Shipping to London30 to 45 days depending on routing
Typical durations only. Actual timing depends on the product, the supplier, the season and customs.
UK import VAT
Registered businesses can use postponed VAT accounting to improve cash flow.
GB EORI and UK tariff
You need a GB EORI number, and duties follow the UK Global Tariff, not the EU one.
Inspection before you pay
We or a third-party company check the goods at the factory, so problems are fixed before they travel to London.
Questions from London
Can you deliver to warehouses outside London?
Yes, anywhere in the UK.
Can you ship to an Amazon UK warehouse?
Yes. We can prep and label goods for Amazon.
Is there a minimum order?
No. You can start with a single product in any quantity. The research fee remains the same.
Are samples free?
It depends on the supplier. Many provide samples at no charge, although the courier cost is usually paid by the buyer.
Request a quote
Describe the product you need. Within 48 hours, we reply with the next steps and a quote for your sourcing report.
No obligation. The fee is confirmed in writing before any work begins.
Prefer email? Write to sales@klmsourcing.com