Protective Case Sourcing for the United Kingdom

UK buyers need protective cases with UKCA marking, REACH compliance, and clear post-Brexit trade terms — UK importers handle all customs and duties.

Post-Brexit, UK buyers face a different import landscape: separate UK customs declarations, CDS (Customs Declaration Service), VAT on imports at 20%, and the need for UKCA marking (where applicable) or CE acceptance for non-regulated enclosures. KeXinMaterials has supplied UK OEMs since 2014 across defense, offshore, audio/broadcast, and medical sectors. Our standard terms are EXW Shenzhen or FOB Ningbo, with full commercial invoice + HS code 3923.10 + REACH SVHC declaration for your customs broker to clear under the UK Global Tariff.

Regulatory & Compliance

For non-regulated enclosures, CE marking is still accepted in the UK until 2030 under the CE-UK equivalence. For PPE or medical device enclosures, UKCA marking is required. We manufacture under ISO9001:2015 with full REACH SVHC declaration (UK HSE accepts EU REACH data), RoHS 3 compliance, and provide UK importers with commercial invoice, packing list, and country-of-origin declaration. MIL-STD-810G and DEF STAN 81-41 test reports available for defense applications.

Industries Served in the UK

• UK MOD & defense suppliers (DEF STAN 81-41, MIL-STD-810G)
• Offshore oil & gas (North Sea platforms — IP67 cases)
• Broadcast & pro audio (Pelican-style road cases)
• Medical devices (MHRA-registered OEMs)
• Film & TV equipment transport
• Touring & live events

Shipping & Logistics

Standard terms: EXW Shenzhen or FOB Ningbo. UK importers handle CDS declarations, 20% import VAT, and any applicable UK Global Tariff duties. We do not offer DDP or Delivered Duty Paid. Typical transit: FOB Ningbo → Felixstowe or Southampton in 28-32 days (direct call or via Singapore transshipment). Air freight option for samples / urgent orders: Hong Kong → London Heathrow in 4-5 days, EXW Hong Kong + freight forwarder.

FAQ

Do you ship DDP to UK?

No. We only ship EXW Shenzhen or FOB Ningbo. UK buyers (or their broker) handle CDS customs declarations, 20% VAT, and UK Global Tariff duties. We provide commercial invoice, packing list, HS code 3923.10, and REACH declaration.

Is UKCA marking required for protective cases?

For non-regulated enclosures (general industrial, transport), no UKCA needed — CE is accepted. For PPE or medical device housings, UKCA is required. We can ship CE-marked product and your UK importer handles UKCA conversion if needed.

What's the typical lead time to UK?

Bulk OEM: 30-45 days production + 28-32 days sea transit (FOB Ningbo → Felixstowe). Air freight samples: 4-5 days door-to-door. Sample lead time: 7-10 days.

Do you accept GBP / pounds sterling payment?

Standard: USD via T/T (30% deposit, 70% against B/L copy). GBP and EUR accepted via T/T for established accounts (12+ months trading history). LC at sight accepted for orders over USD 50,000.

Next Steps

Email kexin@beeaa.com with your case spec, IP rating, target quantity, and UK delivery postcode. 12-hour quote with REACH summary and foam CAD. WhatsApp +86 13590555309 for urgent UK MOD / offshore RFQs.