Country of Origin Determination Consulting: Getting Origin Right

Origin Matters More Than You Think

Country of origin affects duty rates, eligibility for preferential treatment, applicability of trade remedy duties, admissibility under import restrictions, and marking requirements. Getting origin wrong can raise suspicions of transshipment or evasion.

Two Origin Frameworks

Non-preferential origin uses the substantial transformation test. Preferential origin uses agreement-specific rules. A single product can have different origins under the two frameworks.

Substantial Transformation Analysis

The test examines whether processing resulted in a new article of commerce with a changed name, character, or use. Simple assembly and repackaging generally do not qualify.

Common Origin Pitfalls

Assuming country of purchase equals country of origin. Relying on supplier-provided origin without verification. Ignoring implications of supply chain changes.

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