Contents of Commercial Invoice & Invoice

[Philip Scott]

Can anyone give guidance on exactly what information should be contained in a Commercial Invoice and Packing List to aid in a seamless customs clearance? (Possible suggest good samples documents).

1. Is it accepatble to have a single document (combined Commercial Invoice/Packing List) if all of the requried information is contained within the single document.
2. Are there specific declarations which should be written on the Commercial Invoice?
3. If the goods cannot be valued using transactional value, and the Computed Method (cost plus) is used, should this method of valuation be highlighted on the Commercial invoice ... or will that just draw attention to the value and potentially lead to further delays in processing through customs?
4. Who is responsible for completing the Declaration of Dutiable Value form ... the shipper or the customs agent?

Your thoughts and comments are welcome.

Philip

AI Summary

Commercial Invoice & Packing List Must Be Separate; CHA Handles Declaration of Dutiable Value Form A user inquired about the necessary information for a Commercial Invoice and Packing List to facilitate customs clearance, questioning if a combined document is acceptable and who should complete the Declaration of Dutiable Value form. The response outlined that a Commercial Invoice should include details such as the exporter and importer's information, goods description, value, weights, dimensions, and relevant export promotion schemes. It advised that separate documents for the invoice and packing list are mandatory. The reply also clarified that the Customs House Agent (CHA) is responsible for submitting the necessary declarations, and there is no need to specify the valuation method on the invoice.