UK imported 4.8 GW of Chinese solar in 2025 — mostly residential and small commercial. UKGT applies 0% duty to modules; VAT is 0% on domestic installations through March 2027.
UKGT duty
0%
modules
CIF Felixstowe
$0.116/W
620W TOPCon
VAT domestic
0%
through Mar 2027
Preferred brands by installer segment
Residential: JA Solar 435W all-black + Growatt MOD + Pylontech. Commercial: Longi 620W + SolaX X3-Hybrid + BYD HVM. Utility: Trina 720W + Sungrow SG350HX.
Frequently asked questions
QDo I need MCS?
Only for RHI / SEG-linked residential installs — commercial and utility don't require MCS.
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