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TMI BlogPolicy to keep control on exporters using self certified system for EU-GSP Registered Exporter SystemX X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... quested to respond to the verification requests by EU within the prescribed time limit, failing which the Registered Exporter Number (REX) may be annulled. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) in this regard are enclosed. (Rajbir Sharma) Joint Director General of Foreign Trade E-mail: [email protected] [Issued from File No.01/93/180/56/AM-13/PC-II(B)/Part-1(E-1711)] Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the EU GSP Origin Criteria (WO or PSR) Question 1: Is there any difference in tariff or customs preferences if the wholly obtained (WO) criteria is used instead of the product specific rule (PSR)? Reply: No, the tariff or customs duty preferences are the same i.e either tariff elimination if the product is non-sensitive and tariff red ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... specific rules (PSRs) under Annex 22-03 of EU Regulation 2446/2015 even if the rule states that "all materials used should be wholly originating". Retrospective Issuance Question 5: Can the "Statement on Origin" be issued retrospectively? Reply: The "Statement on Origin" can be issued retrospectively from the date of application for registration of an exporter, For example, if an exporter made an online application for registration on 1 April but the REX number was issued only on 15 April; he can use the REX number allotted to him for issuance of "Statement on Origin" for exports made from 1 April onwards. Question 6: Can an exporter issue a "Statement on Origin" in the intervening period between his date of application and the issuance ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... Local Administrators for REG.. However, as a good practice he must approach the Local User for REG who deals with his primary export product. The language used in Public Notice 51 dated 30.12.2016 is that the "-selection of the Local User for REG is to be made taking into account the products being exported- ". The regional offices of the DGFT and EIC can be approached for all the products while some of the Local Users for REG specialize in specific products. Question 9: If an exporter has units in Special Economic Zones (SEZs), Export Oriented Units (EOU) and DTA, who would be his Local User for Registration (REG)? Reply: As indicated in the reply 'above, there is no regulation that bars the exporter from approaching any of the Local Use ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... ion in his application? Reply: The exporter should specify all the products he is currently exporting or intends to export to the EU under the GSP. While, he can subsequently amend the details of his original application, he must exercise due diligence in ensuring that the product coverage is as wide as possible so that he does not have to approach the Local Users, for REG frequently for amending his application.. Question 13: If the exporter wants to export a new product which is not listed in his application, does he have to modify his application before exporting? Reply: There is no regulation of the EU that bars him from exporting a product under the GSP preference which is not listed in his application. Therefore, he can export any ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... tement on Origin" is the same and has to be made out on a commercial document such as commercial invoice, packing list of delivery notice. Question 17: What are the documents that an exporter must maintain in the case of verification? Reply: The commercial document on which the "Statement on Origin" is made out should be signed by an employee of the exporter who would be taking on the responsibility of the veracity of the statement Miscellaneous Question 18: Does EU GSP cover exports to a EU buyer who is importing for his unit in a 3rd country? Reply: No, the EU GSP is applicable only for those exports which cross the EU customs territory and on which customs duty is leviable. Hence, any export to a 3rd country (barring the countries w ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X
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