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In order to clarify the origin of a good in terms of customs law, you can apply for a binding origin information.
In international trade, the origin of a product determines, among other things, the amount and type of customs duties to be levied and whether other regulations must be observed, such as import quantities or bans. The origin is not always clear, for example in the case of a multi-stage manufacturing process.
Binding information on origin from customs helps you to evaluate the manufacturing process in terms of origin and gives you legal and calculation security. A distinction is made between "preferential origin", where the goods enjoy preferential tariffs, and "non-preferential origin" without such benefits. The latter, on the contrary, may be of particular importance for the levying of anti-dumping duties.
The decision on binding origin information (vUA decision) is binding on both the holder of the decision and the customs authorities of the European Union. However, it does not replace any supplier's declarations or proofs of preference and origin that you may have to submit to the respective authorities.
Note: If you only require non-binding information on origin, you can contact your local main customs office. For general information on origin, for example on the rule of origin of a specific product, the Central Information Office of Customs is also available.
You apply for binding origin information in connection with an import or export transaction that is actually intended.
You must request binding information on origin in writing:
Detailed information on how to file an objection can be found in the decision on binding origin information.
If you as a company want to prove the origin of an export product yourself, you must submit a one-time application. There is also a simplified procedure for storing input materials with or without origin together.