According to Customs statistics, in the first 2 months of 2022, Vietnam’s seafood exports to the UK market reached nearly $44 million, up 37% over the same period in 2021. Of which shrimp alone accounted for 76% with 33.5 million USD, up 55%. In particular, the export of black tiger shrimp to the UK market increased dramatically, 6 times higher than the same period in 2021. This is also commodity that SM Global has strength on handle from Vietnam to UK.

So. How to export shrimp from Vietnam to UK?

1. Exporting shrimp from Vietnam
   1. Big exporter shrimp in Vietnam

With the advantage of a long coastline along with a wide range of  river, Vietnam’s shrimp farming is very developed. Minh Phu Seafood Corp- the biggest branch for exporting shrimp in 2021. Besides, there are some other branches: Stapimex, Finmẽ Vietnam, Vina Cleanfood, Thuan Phươc Corp, Taika Seafood Corp, Camimex,…

Almost factory concentrade in the South of Vietnam (accounting for 80% of shrimp processing output of the country), so we usually export shrimp cargo from Ho Chi Minh port.

1. Type of shrimp produce exported

Vietnam’s exported shrimp products are very diverse, including fresh and processed shrimp products. Farmed shrimp (white shrimp, black tiger shrimp) frozen shelled (shrimp meat), other frozen meat shrimp (cold water shrimp, marine shrimp…) are the main export products of Vietnam to the UK.

1. Documentation and HS code for shrimp

Shrimp is not in export banned list, however, the exporter need to have export code, then make Health Certificate. Besides, for frozen shrimp, it need to be keep frozen or temperature control to avoid damage. Therefore, they are delivered by refrigerated cargo.

To export shrimp, the documentation is as below:

• bill of lading
• invoice
• packing list
• certificate of quality / quality
• phytosanitary
• contract

About HS code, below is top 3 Product Categories of Frozen shrimp and HSN Code 0306 Imports in United Kingdom are

HSN Code 03061790 : HS : other

HSN Code 03061719 : HS : other

HSN Code 03061720 : 03061720

the detailed determination of the HS code of an item must be based on the nature, composition, etc. The HS we advise above is for reference only.

2. Delivery shrimp cargo from Vietnam to UK
   1. By air

This is the fastest option, with transit times as short as 3-10 days. It will be the best option for urgent cargo, cargo with small volume of require special condition for delivery. However, the cost is much expensive than sea service and airline require restrict about dimension of package of the cargo

SM Global provide air service from Vietnam to UK for some routes as below:

• HAN/ SGN- LHR ( Noibai / Tan Son Nhat– Heathrow)
• HAN/ SGN- EDI (Noibai / Tan Son Nhat – Edinburgh)
• HAN/ SGN – BHX (Noibai / Tan Son Nhat – Birmingham)
• HAN/ SGN – LPL (Noibai / Tan Son Nhat – Liverpool)
• HAN/ SGN – SOU (Noibai / Tan Son Nhat – Southampton)

1. By sea

Shipping by sea line can use container 20 and 40, but if your cargo is smaller, LCL service is more economical method. Although the cost of sea mode is cheaper than air mode, transit time is quite long ( 30-50 days). There are many ocean lines that provide this route such as: YML, CMA, ONE, EMC, …and SM Global has good relationship with them.

SM Global provide ocean service from Vietnam to UK for some routes as below:

1. Why choose SM Vietnam Global Logistics for delivery cargo

We have many year experience for exporting shipment

SM Global Logistics is known as one of the leading freight forwarding companies in Vietnam, providing ocean freight, air freight for export- import cargo service, customs clearance and local trucking. We can handle all term, include DDP until final destination. Until now, we have 4 branches in Vietnam and the network of agents all over the world to ensure handling shipment for many routes and types of commodity.

SM global Logistics have good relationship with vendor and lines

SMG get our own trucking team with a big volume of truck and we are able to arrange special vehicle for all kinds of cargo. Besides, we have contract with many line: ONE, Wanhai, EMC, Yangming, Cosco, …so SM Global confident with competitive rate, even if arrange a huge of space.

We always bring the best customer service, ready for 24/7

We are always ready to answer, solve problems that related to shipment in order to provide the best service. With the spirit of international working, we not only work according to the Vietnamese time zone, but also have someone on duty to ensure that we do not miss any of our customers’ needs. We believe, good service will be what keeps customers more than anything.

SM Global’s strength is exporting cargo from Vietnam to UK

We had experience in handling EU shipment, and UK shipment accounting for around 40% total volume cargo (data 2021), with a big volume, we got competitive ocean freight and other service also.

• The main commodity: garment, seafood, furniture, agricultural goods, iron and steel, …
• Volume per month: From 50- 70 containers (20 DC & 40HC)
• Port of loading: Ho Chi Minh port, Hai Phong port, Da Nang Port, Qui Nhon port
• Port of discharge: Southampton, Immingham, London, Liverpool, …