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When a material is waste, is a by-product or meets ‘end of waste’ status.
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If you use, produce or supply wood packaging material (WPM) to move goods to or from the EU or the rest of the world, you must make sure it meets international standards.
VAT and other taxes on shopping and services, including tax-free shopping, energy-saving equipment and mobility aids.
Notices of publication and a consolidated list of references of pre-Exit European Assessment Documents for construction products.
Find out how to import timber and wood material, including the documents, identity checks and plant health inspections required.
Use this framework to buy musical instruments, equipment and technology from Department for Education (DfE) approved suppliers.
How to market forest reproductive material (FRM) for forestry purposes, including regulations, registration, master certificates and licences.
Guidance for copyright owners on how to grant a licence for, sell or market their work.
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