6 min read · LANVOLT guide · Updated 2026-10-18
Stocking Tesla Gen 2 Adapters in a European Shop: Models, Certificates, Duty and EORI
A practical guide for EV accessory shops in the UK and Europe: which plug types to stock, how many, which certificates to ask for and how a small trade order clears customs.
| Customers in | Plug type | LANVOLT model | Certificate (copy on request) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany, Austria, Netherlands, Nordics, most of the EU | Schuko (Type F) | Schuko 16A | TÜV SÜD, valid to May 2030 |
| United Kingdom, Ireland | BS 1363 (Type G) | BS 1363 | TÜV Rheinland |
| Switzerland | Type J | Swiss Type J 16A | ESTI, valid to Oct 2027 |
| Campsites and marinas (EU) | CEE blue (IEC 60309) | IEC 60309 Blue 32A | Ask before ordering |
Which plug types sell
Tesla's Mobile Connector ships with a household-socket adapter for the country it was sold in. Your customers buy a second one because they lost it, left it at a holiday home, or want one in each car. That means demand follows the national socket: Schuko across most of continental Europe, BS 1363 in the UK and Ireland and Type J in Switzerland. Start with the plug your own customers use.
How many to order first
Most shops start with 20–50 units of one plug type. That is enough to list the product, see how fast it sells and reorder before running out. Small-batch pricing starts at 5 units, so you can also mix two plug types in a first order.
Certificates to ask for
Your customers will plug these adapters into their homes, so ask for proof before you list them. For each model ask which test body issued the certificate, who holds it, what it covers and when it expires. Ask for photos of the product label too, so you can check the markings your market expects.
- Schuko 16A: TÜV SÜD certificate held by our supplier, valid until May 2030
- UK BS 1363: TÜV Rheinland certificate held by our supplier
- Swiss Type J 16A: ESTI approval held by our supplier, valid until October 2027
How a small trade order clears customs
Since 1 July 2026 the EU charges a flat €3 customs duty per tariff line on parcels worth €150 or less, replacing the old duty-free threshold. A trade order of 20–50 adapters is worth more than €150, so it clears normally: customs duty at the tariff rate for plug adapters plus import VAT, which VAT-registered businesses can usually reclaim. You need an EORI number; the supplier provides a commercial invoice with the model, quantity, unit value and HS code.
Models to leave out
Don't stock models that compete badly in your market. In the UK, cheap European travel adapters sell for less than a certified Gen 2 adapter, so lead with BS 1363 instead. Only list a model as certified when you hold the certificate copy for it.
Frequently asked questions
Which Tesla adapter should a German shop stock?
Schuko (Type F). It fits household sockets in Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, the Nordics and most of continental Europe. Tesla lists the Schuko adapter at 6–13A and up to 3 kW.
What is the minimum order for small-batch pricing?
5 units. European shops usually start with 20–50 units of one plug type.
Do I pay the €3 EU duty on a trade order?
Only on parcels worth €150 or less. A larger trade order clears normally with customs duty at the tariff rate, import VAT and your EORI number.
Which certificates does LANVOLT have?
Our supplier holds a TÜV SÜD certificate for Schuko 16A, a TÜV Rheinland certificate for UK BS 1363 and an ESTI approval for Swiss Type J 16A. Copies are sent on request, matched to your SKU.
Sources: VATCalc – EU €3 customs duty on low-value parcels from 1 July 2026; Tesla UK – Mobile Connector support page
Still unsure?
Send a clear outlet photo, the connector photo and your country. We will help you identify the right listed option before you order.
Ask product support