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Wooden or plastic tableware (0% or 6.5% duty rate)?
21-07-2021

In this article, we overview a recent judgment of the Court of Justice of the European Union concerning tariff classification of goods. The product is 'bamboo beakers' made of plant fibers (72,33% by weight) and melamine resin (25,2% by weight), the latter gives the product its shape and strength. The questions raised: how are headings 3924 and 4419 of the Combined Nomenclature to be interpreted for the classification of this product; whether GIR 3 (a) ('heading which provides the most specific description') or GIR 3 (b) ('the material which gives the goods their essential character') should be applied.

Virginija Dordzikienė

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Wooden or plastic tableware (0% or 6.5% duty rate)?
21-07-2021

In this article, we overview a recent judgment of the Court of Justice of the European Union concerning tariff classification of goods. The product is 'bamboo beakers' made of plant fibers (72,33% by weight) and melamine resin (25,2% by weight), the latter gives the product its shape and strength. The questions raised: how are headings 3924 and 4419 of the Combined Nomenclature to be interpreted for the classification of this product; whether GIR 3 (a) ('heading which provides the most specific description') or GIR 3 (b) ('the material which gives the goods their essential character') should be applied.

Virginija Dordzikienė

classification
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Rules of Origin: Highlights of the second WCO Conference
08-07-2021

The WCO Secretariat organized the second edition of its Global Origin Conference, held from 10 to 12 March 2021, with the objective of stimulating the exchange of knowledge on the management and implementation of rules of origin, both from a Customs and a trade operator perspective. Funded by the Korea Customs Service, the event was held online. Below are some of the key points made by the speakers.

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Rules of Origin: Highlights of the second WCO Conference
08-07-2021

The WCO Secretariat organized the second edition of its Global Origin Conference, held from 10 to 12 March 2021, with the objective of stimulating the exchange of knowledge on the management and implementation of rules of origin, both from a Customs and a trade operator perspective. Funded by the Korea Customs Service, the event was held online. Below are some of the key points made by the speakers.

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Non-preferential Rules of Origin: “When you turn your back on an issue – it only gets bigger!”
08-07-2021

The following article is not intended to be a scholarly or even comprehensive review of past or current activities under the World Trade Organization’s Agreement on Rules of Origin, or a detailed analysis of the differences between preferential versus non-preferential rules of origin (which I am assuming most readers of this magazine already understand). Rather, this article offers more of a personal and subjective perspective on the problems associated with non-preferential rules, and humbly proposes possible approaches and options to minimize these problems, or at least stimulate discussions about potential remedies. These options are largely based on the perceived structure and architecture of the issues.

Brian Staples

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Non-preferential Rules of Origin: “When you turn your back on an issue – it only gets bigger!”
08-07-2021

The following article is not intended to be a scholarly or even comprehensive review of past or current activities under the World Trade Organization’s Agreement on Rules of Origin, or a detailed analysis of the differences between preferential versus non-preferential rules of origin (which I am assuming most readers of this magazine already understand). Rather, this article offers more of a personal and subjective perspective on the problems associated with non-preferential rules, and humbly proposes possible approaches and options to minimize these problems, or at least stimulate discussions about potential remedies. These options are largely based on the perceived structure and architecture of the issues.

Brian Staples

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Binding Origin Information: the experience of Germany
08-07-2021

Binding Origin Information (BOI) refers to a written decision issued by a Customs administration that certifies the origin of goods. Also known as an “advance ruling regarding the origin of goods”, such a decision is usually binding on the applicant and on the Customs authorities for a given amount of time.

German Customs

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Binding Origin Information: the experience of Germany
08-07-2021

Binding Origin Information (BOI) refers to a written decision issued by a Customs administration that certifies the origin of goods. Also known as an “advance ruling regarding the origin of goods”, such a decision is usually binding on the applicant and on the Customs authorities for a given amount of time.

German Customs

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Revising RKC Specific Annex K: key aspects of the proposal and of its objectives
08-07-2021

The International Convention on the Simplification and Harmonization of Customs Procedures (Kyoto Convention) entered into force in 1974. To keep pace with the evolution of governments and international trade, the Kyoto Convention was revised in the 1990s and entered into force as the Revised Kyoto Convention (RKC) on 3 February 2006. The RKC became the blueprint for modern and efficient Customs procedures for years to come.

Roman Brühwiler

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Revising RKC Specific Annex K: key aspects of the proposal and of its objectives
08-07-2021

The International Convention on the Simplification and Harmonization of Customs Procedures (Kyoto Convention) entered into force in 1974. To keep pace with the evolution of governments and international trade, the Kyoto Convention was revised in the 1990s and entered into force as the Revised Kyoto Convention (RKC) on 3 February 2006. The RKC became the blueprint for modern and efficient Customs procedures for years to come.

Roman Brühwiler

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en, lt
Statement on origin (EU-Vietnam FTA)
30-06-2021

Continuing on the topic started by Samuel Draginich in the article "EVFTA: proof of origin when consignments are split in a country of transit", let us take a closer look at the statement on origin - the only proof of EU preferential origin that might be issued under the EU-Vietnam FTA (EVFTA) - and the commercial document on which it may be made out; also in the case of splitting of consignment in a country of transit.

Enrika Naujokė

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en, lt
Statement on origin (EU-Vietnam FTA)
30-06-2021

Continuing on the topic started by Samuel Draginich in the article "EVFTA: proof of origin when consignments are split in a country of transit", let us take a closer look at the statement on origin - the only proof of EU preferential origin that might be issued under the EU-Vietnam FTA (EVFTA) - and the commercial document on which it may be made out; also in the case of splitting of consignment in a country of transit.

Enrika Naujokė

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Customs valuation: royalties and license
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Customs valuation: royalties and license fees
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Incotems: How it relates to customs
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Incotems: How it relates to customs valuation?
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4-oji Muitinės praktikų konferencija 2021-06-17
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Ar gali VMI nepatvirtinti susijusių asmenų tarpusavio sandorio kainos
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EVFTA: proof of origin when consignments are split in a country of transit
25-06-2021

The EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) came into force on 1 August 2020. It is one of the most noteworthy EU FTAs that have come into force in recent years as it brings closer one of the world’s largest economic blocs with the fastest-growing emerging economy in the world. Vietnam is widely considered to be the next regional powerhouse, rapidly emerging as one of the world’s premier manufacturing destinations. The EU wisely saw the value in crafting a closer partnership with Vietnam, a partnership that will undoubtedly reap immense rewards for both parties going forward. As the EVFTA is a work in progress amendments to the relevant guidance are still being made to clarify and improve its execution.

Samuel Draginich

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EVFTA: proof of origin when consignments are split in a country of transit
25-06-2021

The EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) came into force on 1 August 2020. It is one of the most noteworthy EU FTAs that have come into force in recent years as it brings closer one of the world’s largest economic blocs with the fastest-growing emerging economy in the world. Vietnam is widely considered to be the next regional powerhouse, rapidly emerging as one of the world’s premier manufacturing destinations. The EU wisely saw the value in crafting a closer partnership with Vietnam, a partnership that will undoubtedly reap immense rewards for both parties going forward. As the EVFTA is a work in progress amendments to the relevant guidance are still being made to clarify and improve its execution.

Samuel Draginich

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en, lt
Product classification recommendation for business planning
25-06-2021

Businesses usually contact the Customs Laboratory to find out the tariff classification of a good and/ or certain parameters of it in order to assess the financial aspects of their business plan and aspects related to the prohibitions and restrictions on entry or exit of goods. Let's take a look at how to get the product classification recommendation in Lithuania and what to do if you disagree with it.

Ramutė Neniškienė

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Product classification recommendation for business planning
25-06-2021

Businesses usually contact the Customs Laboratory to find out the tariff classification of a good and/ or certain parameters of it in order to assess the financial aspects of their business plan and aspects related to the prohibitions and restrictions on entry or exit of goods. Let's take a look at how to get the product classification recommendation in Lithuania and what to do if you disagree with it.

Ramutė Neniškienė

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Determining Customs Tariff Numbers from Images: Science Fiction
25-06-2021

Imagine uploading an image into the system, which in turn analyses which item is depicted and automatically assigns it the appropriate customs tariff number. Sounds nice, doesn’t it? Automatic image recognition would completely revolutionise the customs sector. But how could this work, and how far are we from implementation?

Janine Lampprecht

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Determining Customs Tariff Numbers from Images: Science Fiction
25-06-2021

Imagine uploading an image into the system, which in turn analyses which item is depicted and automatically assigns it the appropriate customs tariff number. Sounds nice, doesn’t it? Automatic image recognition would completely revolutionise the customs sector. But how could this work, and how far are we from implementation?

Janine Lampprecht

classification
en, lt
Rules of preferential origin
21-06-2021

Rules of preferential origin are an essential element of preferential trade agreements. They define the conditions under which a product is regarded as originating and can benefit from lower rates of duty upon importation in the country of destination.

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Rules of preferential origin
21-06-2021

Rules of preferential origin are an essential element of preferential trade agreements. They define the conditions under which a product is regarded as originating and can benefit from lower rates of duty upon importation in the country of destination.

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Product-specific rules of preferential origin
12-06-2021

Product-specific rules of preferential origin determine requirements of working or processing which must be done on non-originating materials in order for the product manufactured to obtain originating status.

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Product-specific rules of preferential origin
12-06-2021

Product-specific rules of preferential origin determine requirements of working or processing which must be done on non-originating materials in order for the product manufactured to obtain originating status.

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FTA mechanics – change in tariff heading and long-term supplier declarations
29-05-2021

Preferential origin agreements (or free trade agreements) generally have 3 methods by which goods can qualify depending on the specific tariff heading: wholly obtained, cumulation and change of tariff heading (CTH). This article will discuss what happens when a good must qualify via CTH but cannot fulfill the rules.

Samuel Draginich

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FTA mechanics – change in tariff heading and long-term supplier declarations
29-05-2021

Preferential origin agreements (or free trade agreements) generally have 3 methods by which goods can qualify depending on the specific tariff heading: wholly obtained, cumulation and change of tariff heading (CTH). This article will discuss what happens when a good must qualify via CTH but cannot fulfill the rules.

Samuel Draginich

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en, lt
CJEU: classification of sawn timber (boards)
29-05-2021

EU Member States import a significant amount of timber, timber products, and sawn timber from Belarus, Russia, and Ukraine. Therefore, the judgment of the Court of Justice of the European Union in a recent case, in which the issue of tariff classification of sawn timber (boards) was examined, may be relevant for many businesses.

Ingrida Sakalienė

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CJEU: classification of sawn timber (boards)
29-05-2021

EU Member States import a significant amount of timber, timber products, and sawn timber from Belarus, Russia, and Ukraine. Therefore, the judgment of the Court of Justice of the European Union in a recent case, in which the issue of tariff classification of sawn timber (boards) was examined, may be relevant for many businesses.

Ingrida Sakalienė

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Privačių tyrimų laboratorijų išvadų reikšmė klasifikuojant prekes: teismų praktikos požiūris
29-05-2021

Mokestiniuose ginčuose dėl teisingo prekių tarifinio klasifikavimo ir tinkamo klasifikavimo kodo (pagal ES Kombinuotąją Nomenklatūrą) priskyrimo dažnai kyla klausimas kokia yra privačių (muitinės įstaigų sistemai nepriklausančių) tyrimo laboratorijų išvadų dėl prekių kodo teisinė reikšmė. Ypač tais atvejais, kai verslo subjektai, nesutikdami su muitinės įstaigų (Muitinės laboratorijos) atliktais prekių mėginių tyrimų rezultatais bei jų pagrindu atliktu prekių klasifikavimu, savo pozicijai apginti kreipiasi į kitas ekspertinių tyrimų įstaigas (laboratorijas) ir, remdamiesi jų išvadomis, ginčija muitinės sprendimus.

Dr. Gediminas Valantiejus

classification
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Privačių tyrimų laboratorijų išvadų reikšmė klasifikuojant prekes: teismų praktikos požiūris
29-05-2021

Mokestiniuose ginčuose dėl teisingo prekių tarifinio klasifikavimo ir tinkamo klasifikavimo kodo (pagal ES Kombinuotąją Nomenklatūrą) priskyrimo dažnai kyla klausimas kokia yra privačių (muitinės įstaigų sistemai nepriklausančių) tyrimo laboratorijų išvadų dėl prekių kodo teisinė reikšmė. Ypač tais atvejais, kai verslo subjektai, nesutikdami su muitinės įstaigų (Muitinės laboratorijos) atliktais prekių mėginių tyrimų rezultatais bei jų pagrindu atliktu prekių klasifikavimu, savo pozicijai apginti kreipiasi į kitas ekspertinių tyrimų įstaigas (laboratorijas) ir, remdamiesi jų išvadomis, ginčija muitinės sprendimus.

Dr. Gediminas Valantiejus

classification
en, lt, ru
What's wrong with customs valuation in Ukraine?
22-05-2021

Customs valuation of goods imported into Ukraine is one of the most challenging stages of cross-border trade operations. It is relatively easy to determine the customs value of goods; however, it is almost impossible to convince the customs that the value is accurate and based on the actual price. Hence, there are many court appeals against customs decisions to adjust the customs value. The statistics of court proceedings on such cases are not in favour of customs. Thus, in cases involving Ukrainian customs, 80% (2330 out of 2917 considered over 11 months of 2020) of court decisions were made in favour of plaintiffs (importers, declarants, etc.).

Dr. Ilona Mishchenko

valuation
en, lt, ru
What's wrong with customs valuation in Ukraine?
22-05-2021

Customs valuation of goods imported into Ukraine is one of the most challenging stages of cross-border trade operations. It is relatively easy to determine the customs value of goods; however, it is almost impossible to convince the customs that the value is accurate and based on the actual price. Hence, there are many court appeals against customs decisions to adjust the customs value. The statistics of court proceedings on such cases are not in favour of customs. Thus, in cases involving Ukrainian customs, 80% (2330 out of 2917 considered over 11 months of 2020) of court decisions were made in favour of plaintiffs (importers, declarants, etc.).

Dr. Ilona Mishchenko

valuation
en, lt
CJEU: DAF transaction price and actual transport costs that exceed it
15-05-2021

The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) examined a case regarding the determination of the customs value of imported goods (technical sulfuric acid). The question was raised whether customs authorities were entitled to add transport costs to the transaction price if, under the Incoterms DAF terms agreed between the parties, the transport costs were already included in the transaction price but actually exceeded it.

Monika Bielskienė

valuation
en, lt
CJEU: DAF transaction price and actual transport costs that exceed it
15-05-2021

The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) examined a case regarding the determination of the customs value of imported goods (technical sulfuric acid). The question was raised whether customs authorities were entitled to add transport costs to the transaction price if, under the Incoterms DAF terms agreed between the parties, the transport costs were already included in the transaction price but actually exceeded it.

Monika Bielskienė

valuation
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