I've carried household stuff in my suitcase with me and never been asked anything.
I'll be send a barrel or two next month to Linston but in my name. We'll see what happens.
I just sent some mill saw blades to someone in Silver Spring. They went by USPS International mail. It was delivered to the Sheffield Post Office with 4,700 JA due in duty. These were new blades sent from the dealer so there was duty.
But what a pleasure to do everything by phone no problem!
As to used household goods shipped in barrels........I have a resisted title in my name for 40 years, a TRN, electric and water bill in my name and an expired work permit and residency card from 30 yrs ago.
I'm sure I can clear the barrel with no duty or perhaps the standard barrel fee (5,500 I think)
The trick will be to not have to be there to receive them. We shall see