Country of Origin
Category: trade
The country where a product was manufactured or produced, affecting tariffs and labeling.
Country of origin is the country where a product was manufactured, produced, or grown, which determines applicable tariff rates, trade agreement eligibility, and labeling requirements. Country of origin rules can be complex for products assembled in one country from components made in multiple countries. For cross-border e-commerce, accurate country of origin declaration is essential for customs clearance and avoiding penalties.
Examples
- • A product assembled in Vietnam from Chinese components may have Vietnam as the country of origin if it meets the rules of origin under the applicable FTA.
- • US Customs requires country of origin marking on all imported goods; failure to mark can result in a 10% marking duty penalty.
- • Section 301 tariffs apply based on country of origin (China), regardless of where the goods are shipped from.