Definition: Rules of origin

Category: WTO terminology

Laws, regulations and administrative procedures which determine a product’s country of origin. A decision by a customs authority on origin can determine whether a shipment falls within a quota limitation, qualifies for a tariff preference or is affected by an anti-dumping duty. These rules can vary from country to country. http://www.wto.org/english/thewto_e/glossary_e/glossary_e.htm