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Importing from Nanjing to the UK
Now all you need is to transport the goods and have them arrive in good condition. If your seller’s warehouse is near the port of Nanjing in Jiangsu Province, there is a high chance he might choose to deliver to the largest inland port in the world – Nanjing port. Here are five steps to ensure that your items reach you in excellent condition bearing the necessary consumer safety marking.
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Ensure your items bear the safety marking
The UK imposes strict rules on imported goods to ensure their conformity to safety standards. If you want your electronics, PPEs, or medical devices to be cleared by customs, you must ensure that your supplier correctly labels the goods and provides the necessary safety documents. Before Brexit, when the UK was part of the EU free market, all imported goods had to bear the CE mark. With the Brexit process finalised as of December 2020, the UK has slowly been shifting to the UKCA marking.
Effective from 1 January 2021, the UKCA mark is acceptable for goods being placed in the market in Great Britain (England, Scotland, and Wales). This change will come into full effect on 1 January 2023, so HMRC is still accepting the CE mark for the time being. Your manufacturer/seller must place a CE at least 5mm high onto the product itself, the packaging, or an accompanying document such as the user manual. Ensure that the labelling links to the declaration of conformity (DoC) that shows that the item conforms to UK safety standards.
The accompanying declaration of conformity needs to include:
- the name and address of the manufacturer,
- a serial number for identification,
- Information about the product,
- The conformity assessment body and
- The relevant UK/EU legislation with which the product complies
REQUIREMENTS
Import Requirements
Reduce risk by getting insurance
Containers do get lost at sea, and in that event, you should have cargo insurance to cover your losses. To get comprehensive cargo insurance at a good rate, it will help to compare several rates from freight forwarders and cargo insurance companies
Trade with suppliers only on clear contacts and make sure you understand the implications of your incoterm, especially DAT and incoterms in the “C” category.
Ensure your goods are well packaged
Request your freight forwarder to double-box all fragile shipments. The first box should be wrapped with bubble wrap and peanuts to add more security. Ensure that your supplier marks all your packages to make identification easy.
Proper packaging also lowers the risk of theft, especially when importing valuable branded items.
Request a copy of all transit documents
Most freight forwarders don’t send you a copy of the insurance policy document unless an accident happens. To ensure that you have all documents ready in the event of loss or damage, ensure that your freight forwarder keeps all the transit documents, including date and time stamps. Ask your forwarder for copies of pick-up orders and delivery notes which document how many items were handed over and their condition during delivery. These documents will help your insurance company determine who is responsible for any loss or damage.
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Here at Barrington Freight, we pride ourselves on providing quick, cost-effective freight forwarding solutions from Nanjing and other ports. If you would like to shop with us, you can visit our warehouse at the Bowden Terminal in Basildon, Essex, or contact us for a friendly quote!
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Sam McGowan
17 August 2026
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic Service. Lee organised a last minute pickup from Sweden back to England. The shipment was under Carnet. Very good professional service at a competitive rate! I will be using them again.
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Louise Ponsford
13 August 2026
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service from start to finish. Simon at Barrington Freight handled our crate of mechanical machine parts from the UK to Canada with exceptional care, keeping us informed throughout. His Canadian agent also arranged customs clearance, making the entire process straightforward and stress-free. Highly recommended.
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Proydohi
6 August 2026
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would like to thank the entire Barrington Freight team for their professional work and assistance in organizing the shipment of my cargo to the UK. I will definitely use their services again. Highly recommended.
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Mike Yeo
23 July 2026
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The team at Barrington Freight were brilliant, leading us through the minefield that is exports to the EU. Nothing was too much trouble and we received immediate answers to all our many questions. We will definitely use them again and recomend them to anyone.
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Courtney Freeman
22 June 2026
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a fantastic experience importing our goods from Florida and honestly couldn’t fault the service. The quote was quick and easy, booking was straightforward and everything was handled smoothly from start to finish. As this was our first import we needed a bit of guidance along the way but Simon was brilliant. He took care of everything, kept us updated throughout and was always on hand to answer our questions. What seemed like a complicated process was made incredibly simple and stress free. The customer service was excellent, communication was spot on and our shipment arrived without any issues. We wouldn’t hesitate to use them again and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable freight forwarder. Thanks again for making our first import such a positive experience!
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Katie r Smith
18 June 2026
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Simon looked after our air freight import from China and provided an excellent service throughout. The shipment arrived safely and quicker than expected, with clear communication at every stage. We were very pleased with the experience and will definitely use Simon and his team at Barrington Freight again in the future.
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Phil Holloway
18 June 2026
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We needed to get a shipment out to the USA quickly and Simon made the whole process far easier than we expected. Communication was straightforward, we were kept updated throughout, and everything arrived on time without any issues. It's refreshing to deal with someone who knows exactly what they're doing and gets things done. We'd happily use Simon again for future air freight shipments.
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James Roberts
15 June 2026
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Matt really looked after us and made our shipment completely stress free, I will be using the services of Barrington Freight for all my overseas shipments from now on. Thanks Matt, great service
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23 April 2026
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have had consistently excellent service from Barrington Freight. Our main contact, Joshua Armstrong, is always incredibly helpful and reliable. He goes above and beyond to ensure everything runs smoothly. Communication is clear and prompt and any issues are handled quickly and efficiently. It's reassuring to know that everything is in safe hands from start to finish. I would highly recommend Barrington Freight to anyone looking for dependable and professional logistics partner.
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George Dunster
10 April 2026
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a time-critical air freight shipment coming in from China to the UK and Simon was a huge help in getting it over the line. Right before arrival, an issue came up due to a mistake from the airline, which could have turned into a real headache. Simon picked it up straight away, dealt with it quickly and managed to sort everything without any extra costs on our side. Really solid support throughout and easy to deal with, especially given the urgency. Another great job by Barrington Freight - we’ll definitely be using them again!
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Euphoric Bedding
1 April 2026
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Good service during a turbulent global shipping period. Special thanks goes to Lee for his efficiency and proactive updates and for rescheduling a delivery in less than 24hrs when the haulage company didn’t read their own paperwork and sent a lorry without the requested tail lift. Highly recommended.
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Creators Boutique
10 March 2026
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Professional service. Recommended and will certainly work with them again myself.
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The Greens
5 March 2026
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great communication, competitive and efficient delivery
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Shannon Sharp
4 March 2026
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We’ve worked with Barringtons for the past two years, and the service has been excellent throughout. Every shipment has been handled with great care and real personal attention. A special thanks to Simon, who has been outstanding—always professional, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended!
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Peter Aylmore
4 March 2026
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Barringtons always have worked well for us . They are efficient with the import / export paperwork . Always answer very quickly with both quotations and any issues. prices always competitive , indeed recently saved our customer a considerable sum on an export job. Truly excellent service
