# Import Cloves from Sri Lanka to UK Source: https://srilankaexport.com/si/import-cloves-to-uk/ Sri Lanka Sourcing Guide ## Import Cloves from Sri Lanka to UK What it takes to source Cloves from Sri Lanka and bring it into the United Kingdom: tariff treatment, import requirements, shipping times and indicative pricing, with a free route to quotes from verified exporters. [Import from Sri Lanka to the UK: every product, one page →](https://srilankaexport.com/si/import-from-sri-lanka-to-uk/) ProductClovesHS 0907 Indicative FOB$10–20 / kggrade-dependent Tariff routeUK DCTSsee below Sea transit~3.5–4.5 wksfrom Colombo UK is one of Sri Lanka’s largest export markets, taking US$924 million of goods in 2024 (UN Comtrade). Fresh Cloves crop typically lands November–February, [see the harvest calendar](/sri-lanka-harvest-calendar/). ### Why source Cloves from Sri Lanka Ceylon cloves are valued for their high essential-oil content and strong aroma, used whole in food and as feedstock for clove-oil and oleoresin extraction. Hand-picked and sun-dried, conventional or organic. Forms & grades: Whole hand-picked; conventional or organic; also for oil / oleoresin. Browse current listings on our [Cloves category page](/spices-herbs/). ### Duty & tariff treatment for UK Sri Lanka is an Enhanced Preferences beneficiary under the UK’s Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS), giving tariff-free access on around 92% of goods (7,000+ product lines at HS-6), including teas, spices and coconut products, when origin rules are met. DCTS preference requires proof of origin (a statement on origin / REX-style registration); confirm the current evidence requirements on GOV.UK before shipping. Always confirm the current rate. Tariffs and preference schemes change. Check your exact HS line in the [UK Trade Tariff lookup](https://www.gov.uk/trade-tariff), and estimate duty + freight + insurance together with our [landed-cost calculator](/freight-calculator/). We don’t publish line-item tariff figures because they move and depend on your precise product and origin proof. ### Import requirements for UK Typical requirements for bringing Cloves into the United Kingdom include: - UK food-import rules: residue and contaminant limits and labeling under retained/assimilated regulations. - Port-health checks and, for products under control, pre-notification via IPAFFS with the relevant health/phytosanitary certificate. - For organic goods: certification recognized by the UK organic control regime. Your exporter prepares the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin; see our [export documents checklist](/sri-lanka-export-documents-checklist/) for the full set. ### Certificates this market asks for Lists of Sri Lankan suppliers holding each one, taken from the scheme’s own public register. A certificate covers named products, so our Trade Desk confirms it covers your order. - [Organic suppliers for the UK](https://srilankaexport.com/si/sri-lanka-uk-organic-suppliers/)certifier recognised by the UK for Sri Lanka - [FSSC 22000 certified suppliers](https://srilankaexport.com/si/sri-lanka-fssc-22000-certified-suppliers/)GFSI food safety, asked for by most importers and retailers - [BRCGS, ISO 22000 and HACCP suppliers](https://srilankaexport.com/si/sri-lanka-food-safety-certified-suppliers/)food safety schemes on certifier registers - [Fairtrade certified suppliers](https://srilankaexport.com/si/sri-lanka-fairtrade-certified-suppliers/)FLOCERT - [All certifications](https://srilankaexport.com/si/sri-lanka-certified-suppliers/)every scheme we track, with live counts ### Shipping & lead time from Colombo Roughly 3.5–4.5 weeks by sea from Colombo to Felixstowe/London Gateway; air freight a few days for samples. Most Cloves moves FOB Colombo or CIF UK. Agree the Incoterm up front so responsibilities are clear. Estimate ocean freight and your landed cost with the [freight & landed-cost calculator](/freight-calculator/). ### Indicative pricing Cloves is indicatively $10–20 / kg FOB, varying by grade, order volume, packaging and certification. Track current reference ranges on our [Ceylon commodity prices](/ceylon-commodity-prices/) page, then get a firm, current quote for your exact specification below. ### Get quotes to import Cloves into UK Tell us your grade, volume and destination. We’ll match you with verified Sri Lankan Cloves exporters and get you firm FOB/CIF quotes, free, no obligation. [Request quotes →](/post-a-requirement/) Want to check quality first? [Order a sample](/samples/). Or, for a Sri Lankan grocery store, see [grocery wholesale](/grocery-wholesale/). ### Frequently asked questions Is Cloves from Sri Lanka duty-free into UK?Sri Lanka is an Enhanced Preferences beneficiary under the UK’s Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS), giving tariff-free access on around 92% of goods (7,000+ product lines at HS-6), including teas, spices and coconut products, when origin rules are met. Confirm the exact rate for your HS line via the [UK Trade Tariff lookup](https://www.gov.uk/trade-tariff), or estimate your full landed cost with our [landed-cost calculator](/freight-calculator/). What does Cloves from Sri Lanka cost?Indicatively $10–20 / kg FOB, depending on grade, volume and certification. See live ranges on our [Ceylon commodity prices](/ceylon-commodity-prices/) page, then [request a firm quote](/post-a-requirement/). How long does shipping from Colombo take?Roughly 3.5–4.5 weeks by sea from Colombo to Felixstowe/London Gateway; air freight a few days for samples. ### Related sourcing guides & tools #### Import Cloves to other markets [Germany](/import-cloves-to-germany/) · [USA](/import-cloves-to-usa/) · [The Netherlands](/import-cloves-to-netherlands/) · [The UAE](/import-cloves-to-uae/) · [India](/import-cloves-to-india/) · [China](/import-cloves-to-china/) · [Australia](/import-cloves-to-australia/) · [Canada](/import-cloves-to-canada/) #### Other Sri Lankan products to UK [Ceylon Cinnamon](/import-ceylon-cinnamon-to-uk/) · [Ceylon Tea](/import-ceylon-tea-to-uk/) · [Coconut Oil](/import-coconut-oil-to-uk/) · [Black Pepper](/import-black-pepper-to-uk/) · [Desiccated Coconut](/import-desiccated-coconut-to-uk/) · [Virgin Coconut Oil](/import-virgin-coconut-oil-to-uk/) · [Cardamom](/import-cardamom-to-uk/) · [Nutmeg & Mace](/import-nutmeg-to-uk/) · [Coir & Coco Peat](/import-coir-coco-peat-to-uk/) · [Coconut-Shell Activated Carbon](/import-activated-carbon-to-uk/) · [Essential Oils](/import-essential-oils-to-uk/) #### Sourcing tools [Commodity prices](/ceylon-commodity-prices/) · [HS code finder](/sri-lanka-hs-codes/) · [Harvest calendar](/sri-lanka-harvest-calendar/) · [Container calculator](/container-load-calculator/) · [Freight calculator](/freight-calculator/) · [Incoterms explained](/incoterms-explained/) · [GSP+ / DCTS duty guide](/duty-free-sourcing-sri-lanka/) · [Export documents](/sri-lanka-export-documents-checklist/)