Inward processing in the UK: how a trivial compliance failure caused them to be taxed millions

Arne Mielken
Arne Mielken
Managing Director, Customs Manager Ltd., United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Published 12 Feb 2023
Inward processing in the UK: how a trivial compliance failure caused them to be taxed millions
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When you realise that the biggest threat to your business is neither the competition nor international event risk, but a seemingly minor compliance failure, you will have read this case study: According to a recent tribunal judgement, even a seemingly trivial compliance failure, such as an error or discrepancy in the information supplied to HMRC by the importer and their customs agent, may invalidate a customs tax remission for an entire time. We explain it all in-depth and provide valuable pointers on legally handling your customs clearances.

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