Toy imports into the UK must comply with the UK Toy Safety Regulations. You typically need a declaration of conformity, technical documentation supporting compliance, and where applicable UKCA marking. For toys from the EU, CE marking and the EU declaration of conformity may be accepted during the transition period. Retailers and importers are responsible for ensuring toys meet safety requirements before they are placed on the market. We advise on the documentation set that customs and market surveillance authorities expect and can work with your compliance team to ensure the correct documents are in place before shipment.

Yes. We handle both FCL and LCL toy shipments. FCL is typical for large orders and seasonal peaks when full container loads are shipped from manufacturing centres to distribution centres. LCL is suitable for smaller orders, sample shipments, or when consolidating with other cargo. We recommend the right option based on your volume, timeline, and cost priorities.

Sea freight from Chinese ports to UK ports typically takes 25 to 32 days port-to-port. Door-to-door transit including collection at origin and UK customs clearance and delivery adds approximately 7 to 14 days. Lead times should allow for compliance checks and any sampling at the border.