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Non-Preferential CO

Non-Preferential CO

The Non-preferential Certificate of Origin issued by the Bureau of Customs is a document that verifies the origin of goods being exported from a particular country.
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The Non-preferential Certificate of Origin issued by the Bureau of Customs is a document that verifies the origin of goods being exported from a particular country.
Simply state the origin of the goods without conferring any special tariff treatment.
It is commonly required for domestic trade transactions, particularly when dealing with certain commodities or industries where proof of origin is necessary for compliance with local regulations or for availing of specific benefits or incentives.
Simply state
the origin of the goods
Non-Preferential CO
Special tariff
treatment.
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Purpose and Importance of Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin

Determine Applicable Tariffs,
Quotas, Regulations
Used by customs authorities in the importing country to assess tariffs, quotas, and other trade regulations.
Verify Country of Origin
Helps ensure that the goods are genuinely produced in the claimed country.
Confirm Compliance with Trade Agreements
Confirm compliance with trade agreements and ensures that the goods are not subject to any special trade agreements affecting their importation.
Issue date Issue date
Non-preferential Certificates of Origin are typically issued before the goods are exported or at the time of export. It's important to obtain the certificate before shipment to ensure smooth customs clearance in the importing country. Delays in obtaining the certificate can result in delays in the shipment or even rejection at customs.

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Issuance of Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin by the Bureau of Customs

The Bureau of Customs issues non-preferential certificates of origin to provide official documentation of the origin of goods exported from the Philippines, facilitating international trade and ensuring compliance with trade regulations.
The timing and the applicant for issuing a Non-Preferential Certificate of Origin can vary depending on the specific regulations and procedures of the issuing authority of the Bureau of Customs in the Philippines.

The applicant for a Non-Preferential Certificate of Origin is usually the exporter or the exporter's agent. They are responsible for applying for the certificate and providing the necessary documentation to demonstrate the origin of the goods. The exporter typically submits an application form along with supporting documents to the relevant authority or issuing body, such as the Bureau of Customs in the Philippines.

The supporting documents required for the application may include

  1. 1Commercial Invoice
  2. 2Bill of Lading or Airway Bill
  3. 3Packing List
  4. 4Manufacturing process information
  5. 5Proof of Origin, such as a manufacturer's declaration or a certificate from a chamber of commerce
Once the application is submitted and reviewed, the issuing authority will verify the information provided and issue the Non-Preferential Certificate of Origin if everything is in order.
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This certificate will then accompany the shipment of goods and be presented to customs authorities in the importing country as part of the customs clearance process.
Non-Preferential CO
shipment of goods
Importing country as part of
the customs clearance process.
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