IMPERIAL AND FOREIGN. POST
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SAMPLE POST
The importation of dutiable articles into the United Kingdom by sample post is in general prohi- bited, and dutiable articles so imported are liable to forfeiture. The prohibition is relaxed, however, in the case of genuine trade samples as shown below, subject to compliance with the following requirements:-
The limits of size or weight and the other condi- tions mentioned must be observed so far as they are applicable to particular articles. In addition, each packet must be plainly marked with particulars of the contents (a general description such as samples without value is not sufficient) and with a statement that the contents are genuine trade samples.
1. Chemicals
Chemicals liable to key industry duty (other than any such goods falling within the provisions of the Dangerous Drugs Act, 1920, or the Dyestuffs (Import Regulation) Act, 1920). The gross weight of each packet must not exceed eight ounces and Customs duty at the appropriate rate will be charged. Each packet must be plainly marked c/o THE OFFICER OF CUSTOMS AND EXCISE in addition to bearing the full name and address of the addressee. A Post Office fee of 6d. for clearance through the Customs will be charged on each packet on which Customs duty is levied.
2. Chicory
Raw chicory in quantities not exceeding half a pound net weight per package will be delivered free of duty. Only one sample of the same description of goods, unless of different brands, may be sent to each addressee.
3.
Chloral hydrate
Chloral hydrate in quantities not exceeding one ounce net weight per package will be delivered free of duty.
4. Cocoa
Raw cocoa in quantities and under conditions similar to those stated in paragraph 2 above.