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Powerpoint presentations on how to complete a certificate of origin

Below are the powerpoint presentations given on the HS Classification system and on Certificates of origin for your viewing from the July 16, 2008 event "How to Properly Complete a Certificate of Origin."

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Topics Covered: 

  • How to identify the HS Number
  • Explanation of Free Trade Agreements
  • Tariff Rates
  • Rules of Origin: Interpretation and examples
  • Tariff shifts and regional value content
  • Preference Criterion
  • Completing a Certificate of Origin
  • Record keeping
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