Customs Invoice

Customs Invoice is a special invoice that exporters are required to complete in a specific format at the request of the importing country's customs. It is mainly used by the importing country's customs for valuation and duty assessment, imposition of differential tariffs, or implementation of trade controls. It is not a substitute for a commercial invoice but a supplementary document, commonly required in Canada, the United States, New Zealand, Australia, and some countries in Africa, Central and South America. Usage scenarios: When the importing country's customs requires additional information (such as country of origin, manufacturer, value composition) to determine tariff treatment, a customs invoice will be required. Precautions: The format must strictly comply with the importing country's regulations, the content must be consistent with the commercial invoice, and no alterations are allowed; incorrect completion may lead to customs clearance delays, fines, or even cargo detention. Differences from commercial invoice: A commercial invoice is the basis for accounting and settlement between buyers and sellers, while a customs invoice is exclusively for the use of the importing country's customs and has an official nature. Differences from consular invoice: A consular invoice must be certified by the consulate of the importing country in the exporting country, whereas a customs invoice does not require consular endorsement, but both are special documents required by official authorities.