Temporary suspension of customs duties

The Customs Practice has learnt that a temporary suspension of customs duties will apply to imports from Pakistan of a range of products, predominantly textiles and clothing, from 15 November.  We understand that duties will be eliminated from 75 separate commodity codes, until 31 December 2013, although final details have yet to be published.  This measure is intended to assist Pakistan’s recovery from the effects of the flooding of 2010.

We would welcome contact from importers of yarns, fabrics, garments and footwear, of textiles and leather, from Pakistan, so that we can update as soon as more information becomes available.  Please contact us on 01635 521 624, or by email to ian.worth@thecustomspractice.com