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14 lis 2022 · Rules of origin determine where goods originate, i.e. not where they have been shipped from, but where they have been produced or manufactured. As such, the ‘origin’ is the 'economic nationality' of goods traded in commerce.
Rules of origin determine in which country a product was sourced or made - its ‘economic nationality’ – and help ensure that customs authorities apply lower duties correctly so that businesses located in the free trade agreement countries benefit from them. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!
ROSA – the Rules of Origin Self-Assessment tool in Access2Markets – allows to check whether a product complies with the rules of origin and therefore qualify for preferential tariff treatment under a particular EU trade agreement. ROSA is a one-stop-shop to know the rules of origin for your product in most EU trade agreements.
A proof of origin is an international trade document which certifies that goods included in a consignment originate from a particular country or territory. Certificates of origin shall accompany the Customs Import Declaration (or Single Administrative Document, SAD) when provided to the EU Customs Authority.
What are the rules of origin? Rules of origin are used to determine the origin of goods. There may be several ways to define rules of origin. The WCO, in the International Convention on the Simplification and Harmonization of Customs Procedures (so-called Kyoto Convention which entered into force in 1974) defines rules of origin as follows:
The tool enables you in a few clicks to find out import duties in foreign markets applicable to your product, available duty savings, detailed rules of origin, and certification procedures. You can also check the CBP FTA comparison chart (origination section) which lists reference documents to where to find rules of origin.
The rules of origin enable the preferential agreements to be correctly implemented, which promotes the development of trade and encourages investment. The aim of this handbook is to enhance the understanding and correct application of rules of origin.
