CPC
For the proper marking of customs procedures, a corresponding system was created to collect their codes in one place. The customs procedure code, first of all, specifies for what purpose the goods are being imported or exported. It also depicts what processes your shipment will go through and what required taxes will be collected during the execution of transportation. In order not to lose out on the smoothness of the transportation of goods, which can be caused by too long and complicated customs clearance, it is necessary to use the appropriate customs procedure codes, which are generally accepted. Thus, the appropriate code allows you to identify the purpose for which you intend to import or export goods. This system is designed to increase the speed of the entire procedure. It was primarily intended to simplify the difficult and often incomprehensible customs procedure. Customs procedure codes are used to identify them more efficiently.
How is a customs procedure code constructed?
Customs procedure codes consist of a combination of 7 digits or letters. The first two digits of this code identify which procedure it belongs to, i.e., it determines which system the goods will go into. The next two digits determine what procedures the product has previously passed. If the goods have not passed them, the code here then takes the value 00. The last 3 digits of the CPC specify special situations on the territory of the country and concerning the procedures and discounts available.
Why is the customs procedure code used?
It is necessary to determine what the purpose of the shipment is and what procedures it may undergo. Usually, delays are caused by overly bureaucratic and complicated customs procedures. Thus, the use of the appropriate CPC can make a significant difference in streamlining the entire process. As is the case with the customs code, we can also check this designation online. For international transactions within the UK, we can find the appropriate code in UK Trade Tariff. On the territory of Poland, we have its counterpart, ISZTAR. Both devices function on the basis of the TARIC system.
Each shipment should include a short, written statement that specifies its purpose. To best do this, we should familiarize ourselves with customs procedure codes, especially in situations where our business is based on foreign trade. Vague, incorrect, or incomplete declarations can cause significant delays, as well as problems in performing the appropriate customs procedure. If we describe the customs procedure inadequately, our goods may be rejected and returned to the shipper.
Using CPC, we are thus not exempt from having proper documentation of the product, and the goods themselves will have to undergo proper inspection. It is therefore important to carefully review any customs formalities, regulations, or requirements that may apply to our shipment before sending the shipment in question. If you would like more information about the customs procedure code, please feel free to contact us! We will answer all your questions and concerns on this topic.