๐ Certificate of Origin (COO) โ Fast, Authentic & Complian
โ What is a Certificate of Origin (COO)?
A Certificate of Origin (COO) is an essential international trade document that certifies the country where goods are manufactured or produced. It is required by the importing countryโs customs authorities to:
Determine the origin of goods
Grant preferential tariff benefits under trade agreements (FTA/PTA)
Enforce import restrictions or quotas
The COO must be issued or approved by designated agencies authorized by the Government of India (e.g., DGFT, Export Promotion Councils, Chambers of Commerce).
๐ Types of COO
| Type | Used For | Issued By |
|---|---|---|
| Preferential COO | To claim reduced duties under FTAs/PTAs | DGFT/Export Inspection Agencies |
| Non-Preferential COO | For general exports where no duty benefit is claimed | Chambers of Commerce |
๐ Trade Agreements Covered
We help exporters obtain COOs under the following trade agreements:
โ India-ASEAN FTA
โ India-Japan CEPA
โ India-Korea CEPA
โ India-UAE CEPA
โ India-MERCOSUR PTA
โ SAFTA / SAPTA
โ India-Chile PTA
โ GSP (for select countries)
๐งพ Required Documents for COO Application
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Commercial Invoice & Packing List | Export shipment details |
| Bill of Lading / Airway Bill | Transport document |
| Purchase Order / Letter of Credit | Buyer contract proof |
| GST Certificate | Tax compliance |
| Manufacturing Declaration / Self-Certification | Origin confirmation |
| IEC Code & RCMC | Export registration |
| Request Letter | Application for COO |