FORM F is a certificate of origin under the China-Chile Free Trade Agreement, officially titled 'Certificate of Origin under the Free Trade Agreement between China and Chile'. It certifies that goods exported from China to Chile originate in China, enabling preferential tariff treatment (usually zero or reduced tariffs) upon import into Chile. Usage: When a Chinese exporter ships goods to a Chilean customer and wishes the customer to enjoy tariff preferences, they must apply to the China Customs or CCPIT for FORM F. Notes: The certificate must be issued before shipment or within a specified period after shipment (usually before shipment or within 30 days after shipment), and the goods must comply with China-Chile FTA rules of origin (e.g., wholly obtained or regional value content ≥40%). Distinction from other terms: FORM F applies only to China-Chile trade, unlike GSP Certificate of Origin FORM A (for developed countries), China-ASEAN FORM E, China-Pakistan FORM P, etc. Companies must ensure document consistency to avoid rejection or loss of preferential treatment.
📝 Examples
1. Our company exported a batch of machinery to a Chilean customer and applied for a FORM F certificate of origin, with which the customer enjoyed zero tariff treatment at Chilean customs. (Note: FORM F is used to enjoy preferential tariffs under the China-Chile FTA.)
2. Please be sure to obtain FORM F before shipment; otherwise, the Chilean importer may not enjoy the agreement tariff rate, increasing their import costs. (Note: Emphasizes the timing requirements for FORM F and its impact on importers.)
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