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The Difference Between the Country of Origin and Preferential Origin

Did you know that the country of origin and preferential origin are not one in the same when importing your goods? Find out how they differ and how to avoid costly assumptions in this article.

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The Fresh Food Industry & Customs

Meat, cheese, fruits, vegetables – they all bring their challenges in international transport. But how do customs protect you when it comes to fresh food? Adam Grimshaw explains in this article.

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Why didn’t the peanut cross the ocean?

​​​​​​​Health and safety in food transportation is one of the strictest areas of customs compliance. But how does this apply to the humble peanut, and what’s changed recently? Find out in this article.

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Which Origin Statements do I put on Export Paperwork?

Origin statements are essential when importing and exporting goods. But when, where, and why should you include them? Senior Consultant of Customs and Trade Rene Rothheudt explains in this article.

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Alternative Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) rules for origin expands

​​​​​​​Alternative rules for origin for Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) trade are in effect pending the creation of a single treaty. Find out more about these transitional regulations in this article.

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The Rules of UK Preferential Origin

​​​​​​​Saving money with preferential duty is a win for your margins, but did you know that not all origin statements are equal? Senior Customs Consultant Nicola Haynes advises on your risks in this article.

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The Importance of Origin From a Customs Perspective

The label says Made in China, so determining the origin for customs purposes is easy, right? Wrong! Determining the origin of your goods is much more complicated than you might think. It is also essential, as the origin of your goods can affect the duty amount you have to pay or even whether you are allowed to export or import your goods. 

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Request Your Certificate of Origin and EUR.1 Through Customs Support

Until now, Dutch companies have requested Certificates of Origin and EUR.1 Certificates from the Dutch Chamber of Commerce via regular mail. As of April 5 2021, the Chamber of Commerce will only accept digital requests.

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The Benefits of a Customs Warehouse

Some companies have been importing goods from outside the European Union for a long time. For others, this is a new process since the United Kingdom is no longer part of the European Union.

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Preferential Treatment for Imports

On January 1st 2021 a free trade agreement between the European Union and the United Kingdom has gone into effect, which will alter the way goods can be imported into the United Kingdom from the European Union and vice versa. The changes outlined below pertain to the import of goods using preferential rates.

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