If you're planning to order a frame to the UK, this may be helpful information . . .

I contacted Mr Xu at Xiamen Carbon Speed last week, and placed my order for a CS-057 frame (size 21", UD matte, BSA BB, 135QR dropouts with the 142x12 dropouts included for future proofing). The price including delivery for that came to about £340 - exchange rates may change though.
Today I received the note from Parcelforce to say they have my parcel, and can I pay some VAT on it? The tracking details showed . . .
11th of May, I placed the order
12th of May, the parcel is passed to EMS in China
16th of May, it's in UK customs
17th of May, it's cleared customs and the charges have been assessed
18th of May, the note is sent to me asking for £37.99 in VAT and £13.50 clearance fee (corresponding to 20% of £189.95)
19th of May, I receive the note and pay it via their very easy website.
20th of May, (tomorrow!) the parcel is due to arrive!

20th of May, (today!) the parcel arrived at 09:20!



So, if all goes to plan, that will be is nine days from emailing my order to receiving the frame. Pictures to follow!