What is origin verification?

Origin verification is a comprehensive assessment that determines the country of origin of a product or input based on supporting evidence. This process ensures compliance with applicable international trade laws and agreements, such as the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA/T-MEC) and other global treaties.

By analyzing documentation and, when necessary, conducting physical inspections, origin verification confirms whether a product qualifies for preferential tariff treatment and meets the legal requirements for international trade.