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Thank you for visiting this page. You’ve probably been directed here either because you want to find out more about shopping for perfumes in the USA and shipping them to the UK. When you discover more about Stackry’s parcel forwarding service, you’re opening up a wealth of fragrance-buying opportunities that allow you to get exclusive fragrances at amazing rates.
Yes, you can. Shipping perfume from the USA to the UK is simple with Stackry.
Yes. Although perfume is classified as hazardous material (Hazmat), it’s not prohibited, and can be shipped to the UK using Stackry’s forwarding service.
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When you use Stackry, all hazmat handling is managed for a fee of $12.50 per hazmat type. This means you’ll pay the same handling fee whether you’re forwarding one bottle of perfume or several, making it more cost-effective to combine multiple products in one shipment. Repacking is mandatory, as perfume cannot be shipped in used boxes. Your items will be repacked into a new box measuring at least 5 × 9 × 11 inches. The maximum weight per box is 40 lbs, but for larger shipments, Stackry can pack multiple compliant boxes. And lastly, hazmat items must be shipped with approved carriers, which means your shipping provider options may be more limited.
Stackry manages the entire process to ensure your shipment is fully compliant with regulations and handled safely throughout transit.
Yes, there are specific requirements. When buying perfume and aftershave, make sure each individual bottle is under 500ml and that liquid contents are clearly labelled, as unmarked bottles can't be shipped. Aerosols and oversized bottles may also be subject to additional restrictions.
There are a couple of packing requirement Repacking is mandatory as Perfume cannot be shipped in used boxes
The max weight per box is 40lbs, but for larger shipments, we can pack multiple boxes.
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Perfume is considered to be a hazardous material because it’s a flammable liquid, and it contains alcohol. This means that it needs to be treated as hazardous when it’s being transported. Due to this, only some specific carriers are licensed to ship perfume internationally. For shipping perfume to the UK, these carriers are FedEx Economy and FedEx Priority. Note that there are volume restrictions of 500ml per bottle, and Stackry charges a single hazmat fee of $12.50.
Yes. Perfume is fragile, and Stackry treats it that way. Bottles are securely wrapped, cushioned, and placed in protective packaging to eliminate any risk of leakage or breakage, and “fragile items” stickers can be requested to be placed on the box. You can also request extra packaging if you feel it’s needed.
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In a nutshell, you’ll need to pay VAT (value added tax) at 20% on your imported perfume, but you won’t have to pay import duty on perfume.
Under UK tariff rules, perfume and cosmetics usually attract 0% customs duty, even if the value exceeds the normal duty threshold. However, if your shipment includes additional items, such as perfume accessories or make-up tools, those items could be assessed differently.
VAT is charged at the standard UK rate of 20%. It's calculated on the full customs value of the shipment, which includes the cost of the goods, shipping fees, and any insurance.
Note: The amount due is decided by UK customs authorities. Before arranging shipment, it's wise to check potential charges using official guidance such as the UK Government’s “Check how to pay import duty and VAT” tool or an online calculator like SimplyDuty. If you're unsure, the Stackry team can also provide guidance to help you avoid unexpected costs on delivery.
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Stackry Tip! Shipping one bottle of perfume can be expensive, as it has to be packed in a box of at least 5x9x10 inches, which can have a significant impact on the shipping fees of a single bottle. However, shipping 3 bottles increases value for money, spreading the postage, packaging, and hazmat handling costs across three products, instead of one.
US stores serve a mass market, and lots of leading cosmetic and fashion brands launch products in the States first. This combination of scale and early launch means better prices, more frequent promotions, and access to brands that either launch later in the UK or never show up at all. Just take a look at major US beauty retailers like Sephora, Ulta Beauty, Macys, Bath & Body Works and Nordstrom to see the incredible selection available.
Sephora is especially popular for US-exclusive sets and sales ranging from 20–50% on brands such as Dior, Gucci, and Fenty. Direct international shipping is limited, so parcel forwarding is often the easiest option.
Ulta Beauty is known for everyday promotions on brands like Charlotte Tilbury and Prada. Customers often bundle beauty purchases to consolidate shipments and reduce overall forwarding costs.
Nordstrom offers luxury brands including Chanel and Tom Ford, particularly during promotional events. Its reliable domestic US delivery makes it ideal for larger UK-bound orders.
Macy's offers you to browse multi-category purchases, allowing customers to combine perfumes such as Burberry and Valentino with additional items in a single shipment for greater efficiency. It's also well known for regular discounts and sales events.
Bath & Body Works is popular for affordable seasonal fragrance mists such as Japanese Cherry Blossom. It offers a lower-cost way to try new scents through Stackry’s forwarding service.
FragranceNet offers reductions of up to 80% on designer brands and fast US shipping for bulk purchases that can significantly undercut UK retail pricing.
Macy’s offers high discount rates and flash sales.
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