A COO Certificate (Certificate of Origin) is an official document that certifies the country in which goods were manufactured, produced, or processed. It is one of the most important documents in international trade and is required by customs authorities to determine tariff treatment, import duties, and eligibility under trade agreements.

The Certificate of Origin confirms the economic nationality of products and ensures compliance with international trade regulations..

Purpose of a COO Certificate

The primary purpose of a Certificate of Origin is to:  Verify the country of manufacture
 Determine applicable import duties and tariffs
 Ensure compliance with trade agreements
 Facilitate customs clearance
 Prevent trade fraud and misrepresentation
 Customs authorities rely on COO documentation to apply correct tariff rates and confirm eligibility for preferential trade benefits.