CHECKLIST TO ENJOY JAPAN'S GSP
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| Step1 |
Establish the Tariff Classification of the product |
| - You must establish the correct tariff classification (Tariff Item Number, HS based) of your product intended for export to Japan. |
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| Step2 |
Check the Product Coverage |
| - You must ascertain whether your product is eligible for preference under Japan's GSP scheme. - To do this you must examine the product lists of the GSP scheme in relation to the precise tariff classification and product description of your product. |
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| see |
< 2. PRODUCT COVERAGE (under the GSP treatment) > < 7. SPECIAL PREFERENTIAL TREATMENT FOR THE LEAST DEVELOPED COUNTRIES > |
| Step3 |
Assess the Preferential Margin |
| - If your product is eligible for preferential treatment under Japan's GSP scheme, you should assess the preferential margin to determine the price you can offer your buyer/importer. |
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| see |
< 3. DEPTH OF TARIFF CUTS (GSP rates) > |
| Step4 |
Comply with Origin Criteria |
| - You must ensure that your product complies with the origin criteria set by Japan. Each scheme lays down its own origin criteria. |
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| see |
< 8. RULES OF ORIGIN > < Origin criteria > < Use of materials imported from Japan > < Rules of cumulative origin > |
| Step5 |
Check Consignment Conditions |
| - You must check that the consignment conditions specified are met. |
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| see |
< 8. RULES OF ORIGIN > < Rules for transportation > |
| Step6 |
Prepare Documentary Evidence |
| - The GSP Scheme requires the combined Declaration and Certificate of Origin Form A as a documentary evidence. If necessary, additional certificates are also required. |
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| see |
< 8. RULES OF ORIGIN > < Documentary evidence > |
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