Factory access
Source from 1688, Yiwu International Trade Market and a network of 75,000+ reviewed factories, with in-stock consumer-product MOQ references from 50–200 units where available.
GB UNITED KINGDOM SOURCING
Source in China.
Deliver UK-ready.
A practical China sourcing line for UK importers, Amazon UK sellers and wholesale buyers—combining supplier work, agreed FBA preparation and written DDP delivery coordination.
Post-Brexit routingAmazon UK prepDDP scope in writing
China→UKFactory → agreed UK delivery
POST-BREXIT SOURCING LINE
One coordinated route from
China to the United Kingdom.
We support projects going to England, Scotland, Wales and, where separately confirmed, Northern Ireland. Product compliance, tax, importer-of-record and customs arrangements are reviewed for each shipment rather than assumed from a generic route.
Local coordination
Compare factories, negotiate factory terms, conduct agreed batch inspection and organize the preparation requirements stated in the project brief.
UK landing plan
Coordinate an agreed route, UK FBA prep and a written DDP scope. EORI, VAT and customs arrangements are confirmed before booking.
THE WORKFLOW
From product brief to UK delivery handover
Brief & source
Send product images, a 1688 link or a competing listing. We prepare an initial sourcing direction, including indicative MOQ, unit price and freight range.
Samples & approval
Check agreed samples, materials, measurements and packaging before mass production or an in-stock consolidation order.
Production follow-up
Track the agreed production plan and flag changes that can affect product quality, timing or landed-cost direction.
QC & UK prep
Coordinate the agreed inspection standard plus FNSKU labels, polybags, warning labels, carton marks or palletisation where required.
DDP handover
Confirm the route, importer and written customs scope before freight handover to the agreed UK address, FBA site or 3PL.
COMPANY POSITIONING
China sourcing support for
UK importers and marketplace sellers.
Based in Yiwu, Zhejiang, China
Polasourcing supports UK importers, Amazon UK sellers and wholesale buyers across England, Scotland, Wales and projects involving Northern Ireland.
Core work
Find appropriate factories, negotiate factory pricing, inspect agreed batches before shipment and coordinate agreed FBA or fulfilment preparation.
Established sourcing network
Our product-search channels include 1688, Yiwu International Trade Market and a network of 75,000+ reviewed factories for consumer-product projects.
Response target
Send product photos, a 1688 link or a competing ASIN. During China business hours (Monday–Friday), we target an initial response within two working hours with indicative MOQ, unit-price and freight direction.
CHINA → UNITED KINGDOM LOGISTICS
Indicative transport options
Second-half 2026 reference ranges only—not a formal quote. Routes, customs treatment and delivery availability are confirmed in writing for each shipment.
| Transport method | Indicative reference price | Door-to-door timing |
|---|---|---|
| Air freight — standard economy | USD 4.00–9.00 / kg | 7–14 working days |
| Sea freight — LCL | USD 40–80 / m³ | 28–40 days via Southampton, Felixstowe or London Gateway |
| International express | USD 5.00–13.00 / kg | 3–7 working days |
| Rail / multimodal route | From about USD 2.50 / kg when available | 18–28 days, route dependent |
| DDP | Freight, tax, clearance and last-mile delivery quoted together | Confirmed in a written quotation |
Important: actual pricing can change weekly with fuel and peak-season surcharges, chargeable weight, Incoterm, port congestion, route changes and HS-code restrictions. Batteries, liquids, powders, food-contact goods, cosmetics and medical items may require additional review or charges. For a formal quote, call or WhatsApp +86 185 5842 0880.
MOQ & SOURCING FEES
Start small, then scale with evidence.
MOQ and service fees depend on product type, customization, supplier availability and order workload. Confirm the exact terms in the written quotation before payment.
Typical MOQ reference
- Yiwu in-stock items
- 20–200 units / SKU
- 1688 / B2B in-stock items
- 2–50 units / SKU
- OEM private label
- 300–2,000 units / SKU
- ODM / new mould
- 500–5,000 units / SKU
Below-MOQ orders can be possible with a 10–30% unit-price premium, depending on supplier terms.
Transparent sourcing fee reference
- Orders above USD 5,000
- 3% of factory value
- Trial orders USD 500–4,999
- 5% of factory value
- Small orders below USD 500
- Lower of USD 50 or 8%
Qualified first-time sellers may receive a sourcing-brief promotion. Factory search, negotiation, agreed QC and up to 60 days of storage are subject to the written project scope and capacity.
DDP DELIVERY SCOPE
Know what a UK DDP quote does—and does not—include.
Usually included when stated in the quote
- International freight by air, sea, express or agreed route
- China export documentation and export handling
- UK import filing and the duty / VAT treatment stated in the quote
- Last-mile delivery to the agreed address
- Shipment tracking and written delivery scope
- Customs documentation coordinated for the agreed route
Usually excluded unless written into the quote
- Post-delivery storage, demurrage, returns and reverse logistics
- Product certification, laboratory testing and legal compliance work
- Bonded-warehouse deferral, VAT agency or importer services
- Re-shipping caused by changes after approval
- Amazon-specific preparation tasks not listed in the project brief
Amazon UK preparation & destination delivery
We can coordinate FNSKU labels, polybags, suffocation warnings, carton-content labels and agreed palletisation. Simple preparation tasks are quoted item by item, typically USD 0.25–1.20 per unit. Delivery can be coordinated to LTN4, LBA4, BHX2, MAN1, MMU1, another designated FBA site or an agreed 3PL, subject to booking availability and receiving requirements.
For regulated categories, we can coordinate supplier documents and testing conversations for UKCA, CE, RoHS and other requirements on request. The seller/importer remains responsible for confirming current UK product-safety, marketplace and tax obligations before sale.
A GB EORI is generally required to import goods into Great Britain. Northern Ireland can require a different XI EORI arrangement. For consignments at or below £135, UK VAT treatment depends on the sale structure and whether an online marketplace is involved; IOSS is an EU scheme, not a UK process. The written quote and a qualified customs adviser must confirm the importer, VAT, duty and clearance approach for every shipment.
ILLUSTRATIVE CASE STUDY · H2 2024–H1 2026
TikTok Shop beauty-tool seller in the UK
£4.30Prior landed cost / jade roller→£2.02Illustrative landed cost after agreed routing, UK tax treatment and delivery
A 27-year-old UK TikTok Shop seller was sourcing 800 jade rollers through a Guangzhou agent. A comparable Yiwu factory quote was £0.85 ex works. After an agreed air route, UK import handling, VAT and final delivery, the illustrative landed cost was £2.02 per unit.
We added bubble-wrap requirements and drop-test QC to the brief. The reported damage rate moved from 11% to 0.3%; by the fourth repeat order the quantity reached 6,000 units.
- Illustrative landed-cost reduction: 28%–61%
- Recorded inspection defect range: 0.3%–1.0%
- Repeat-order scale after successful first launch: 4×–15×
This anonymised case is illustrative, not a promise of price, savings, defect rate, sales or future result.
UK OPERATIONS FAQ
Practical answers before you ship.
Do I need a GB EORI before placing my first order?
A small trial may use a route arranged by its declared importer, but a business importing goods into Great Britain generally needs a GB EORI. Larger commercial air and sea shipments should confirm the importer and EORI arrangement before booking. We can share the application steps; HMRC and your customs adviser determine eligibility and timing.
How are UKCA, CE and RoHS requirements handled?
For regulated products such as toys, electronics, personal protective equipment, cosmetics and food-contact items, we can coordinate factory documentation and testing discussions. The seller must independently confirm the current UK requirements, the correct marking and any required UK registrations before the product is offered for sale.
Can DDP deliver directly to a UK residential address?
Yes, when this is stated in the written DDP quote. The agreed scope can include international freight, UK clearance, stated duty / VAT handling and final courier delivery to England, Wales or Scotland. Northern Ireland may require separate documentation and an XI EORI arrangement, so it must be identified before the quote is issued.
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