Quick Summary: UK Customs & Packaging Rules
UK customs (HMRC) permits dry processed foodstuffs (garri, egusi, ogbono, spices) and personal effects. Meats, unpasteurized dairy, and live plants are banned by DEFRA. Cargo must be securely packed in double-wall boxes and labeled with complete UK delivery addresses.
Have questions about your UK parcel contents?
Contact County Cargo's compliance team for pre-flight verification.
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