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Import & Export Services

End-to-end trade solutions β€” from sourcing and quality control to customs clearance, freight and last-mile delivery worldwide.

What We Do

Our Core Trade Services

Six specialist service areas, each backed by dedicated industry experts and our global network of verified partners.

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Import Sourcing & Procurement

We identify, vet and manage suppliers across Asia, Eastern Europe and beyond β€” securing your products at the best market prices.

  • Manufacturer verification and factory audits
  • Quality control inspections (pre-shipment)
  • Price negotiation on your behalf
  • Sample coordination and approval
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UK Export Fulfilment

Sell British goods internationally. We manage the full export process from your UK supplier to your overseas customer's door.

  • HMRC export declarations and licensing
  • Export documentation packages
  • Air, sea and road freight booking
  • Multi-country consolidation shipping
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Customs Clearance

Our HMRC-authorised customs agents handle all import and export clearance procedures, minimising delays and duty costs.

  • Import duty and VAT deferment accounts
  • CHIEF / CDS declarations
  • EORI registration assistance
  • Origin and preference documentation
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Warehousing & 3PL

100,000 sq ft of bonded and non-bonded UK warehouse space available for short or long-term storage and distribution.

  • Ambient, chilled and temperature-controlled bays
  • Pick-and-pack and kitting services
  • Retail-ready labelling and compliance
  • Real-time WMS inventory tracking
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Trade Finance Solutions

Flexible financing to help you place larger orders and manage cash flow across longer supply chains.

  • Letters of credit and invoice financing
  • 30 / 60 / 90 day payment terms
  • Multi-currency accounts
  • Stripe card payments for international buyers
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Private Label & OEM

Build your own brand using our supply chain. We handle design, compliance, packaging and production under your label.

  • Packaging design and print management
  • CE, RoHS, UKCA compliance support
  • Minimum runs from 500 units
  • Foodgrade and cosmetic product registration
Our Process

How a Trade Order Works

From initial enquiry to goods delivered β€” here's what to expect when you work with Meridian.

01
Submit Enquiry

Fill in our quote form or call your account manager with your product requirements and target volumes.

02
Receive Quote

We respond within 2 business hours with pricing, lead times, MOQs and shipping options.

03
Confirm & Pay

Approve the proforma invoice, pay your deposit (card via Stripe or bank transfer) and we begin processing.

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Delivery & Docs

Goods dispatched with full commercial documentation. Track your shipment in real time.

FAQs

Common Questions

MOQs vary by product category. FMCG lines typically start from 200–500 units, electronics from 50 units, and fashion from 144 pieces. We always display the MOQ on each product listing. For custom or private label orders, MOQs start from 500 units.

Yes. Approved business accounts can access 30, 60 or 90 day net payment terms after a credit assessment. New customers typically begin on a 50% deposit with balance before shipping arrangement. We also accept Stripe card payments, BACS bank transfers and letters of credit.

We currently service 47 countries across Europe, the GCC, North America, sub-Saharan Africa and South-East Asia. Our freight desk can advise on customs requirements, import restrictions and duty rates for your specific destination country.

Absolutely. Our HMRC-authorised customs team manages all UK import and export declarations including CDS submissions, EORI liaison, preference claims and commodity code classification. For overseas import clearance, we work with trusted local brokers in each destination country.

For stocked UK items, UK domestic delivery is 1–3 working days. EU express freight takes 3–7 days. Intercontinental air freight is 5–10 days and sea freight 20–45 days depending on origin port. Lead times for sourced or manufactured goods are confirmed at quote stage.
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Whether you're importing for the first time or scaling an established operation, our team will build a solution around your business.

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