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Import soap from africa

  • 11-07-2014 10:13pm
    #1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20


    Hi. I would like to import home made soaps to ireland from africa. Does anyone know if they must have certificates, pass any criteria ? I dont where to even start with it in Ireland. i am planning on selling in small shops/ beaty studios etc..


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 794 ✭✭✭RUDOLF289


    Good morning,

    Soap, provided it does not contain any harmfull chemicals can be imported into Ireland without restriction. The rate of duty is 0% (zero) so you would only be liable for VAT. If you are a VAT registered trader, VAT is a reclaimable expense in your periodic VAT return.

    Hope this helps

    Cheers,
    Rudolf289


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20 Rfusik


    Thanks RUDOLF289
    Ok its a hand made soap sold in 'bricks' .
    I know it's natural but do i need any certificates to get it into ireland. I imagine i could bring in some samples over but when it comes to importing large quantities, how can i make sure it gets through the customs without problems.

    Regards,
    Rafal


    RUDOLF289 wrote: »
    Good morning,

    Soap, provided it does not contain any harmfull chemicals can be imported into Ireland without restriction. The rate of duty is 0% (zero) so you would only be liable for VAT. If you are a VAT registered trader, VAT is a reclaimable expense in your periodic VAT return.

    Hope this helps

    Cheers,
    Rudolf289


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 794 ✭✭✭RUDOLF289


    suggest to have a look at the link below and to make contact with the HPRA

    http://www.hpra.ie/homepage/cosmetics/regulatory-information/selling-cosmetic-products-in-ireland

    Cheers,
    Rudolf289


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