Rules of origin framework must be clear, transparent and subject to advance assessments and independent review during transition. The Harmonization Work Programme sets a unified framework of eight general rules and three appendices governing determination of origin, including wholly obtained goods, product specific substantial transformation tests, and minimal operations. During transition, Members must ensure rules of origin are clearly defined, based on positive standards, published, administered consistently and not used for trade policy objectives. Procedural safeguards include advance assessments of origin that are publicly available for a limited period, non retroactivity of new rules, confidential information protections, and prompt independent review of administrative determinations.
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Rules of origin framework must be clear, transparent and subject to advance assessments and independent review during transition.
The Harmonization Work Programme sets a unified framework of eight general rules and three appendices governing determination of origin, including wholly obtained goods, product specific substantial transformation tests, and minimal operations. During transition, Members must ensure rules of origin are clearly defined, based on positive standards, published, administered consistently and not used for trade policy objectives. Procedural safeguards include advance assessments of origin that are publicly available for a limited period, non retroactivity of new rules, confidential information protections, and prompt independent review of administrative determinations.
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