Following an EU directive brought into effect on 22nd November, the import duty on ceramics out of China has increased overnight and could be as much as a 58% hike on import duty.
This affects any shipment currently on the water or being manufactured and could filter down to consumers as soon as January 1st 2013.
Therefore, if you are looking for new year conference and exhibition giveaways and were thinking of using mugs, now is a good time to reserve your stock.
Likewise, if you buy mugs regularly, we would be happy to requote your requirements.
Please call 01274 854996 for help and further advice.