Question 19
Foreign Trade DocumentsWhich of the following is used to ascertain the correct value of imports for purposes of assessing customs duty?
- A.Certificate of origin
- B.Open-indent
- C.Bill of Lading
- D.Ships manifest
- E.Bill of entry
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: E (Bill of entry)
Explanation
The importer fills a bill of entry describing the goods and their value, and customs uses it to work out the duty.