GSP Form A

The Generalized System of Preferences Certificate of Origin (GSP Form A) is a tariff preference document granted by developed countries to developing countries for exported finished and semi-finished products. Its full name is 'Generalized System of Preferences Certificate of Origin Form A'. It is issued by an official agency of the exporting country (such as China Customs or CCPIT), certifying that the goods originate in a beneficiary country, based on which the importing country grants tariff reduction or exemption. Usage scenarios: When exporting to preference-giving countries (such as the EU, UK, Japan, Canada, etc.), importers can use this certificate to enjoy GSP tariff rates lower than the MFN rate. Notes: 1) The certificate must be applied for before or at the time of shipment; for retroactive issuance, 'ISSUED RETROSPECTIVELY' must be annotated; 2) Goods must comply with origin rules (such as wholly obtained or substantial transformation); 3) GSP schemes are periodically adjusted, so it is necessary to confirm whether the destination country still grants GSP treatment; 4) Unlike a general Certificate of Origin (CO), which only proves origin and does not bring tariff preferences, Form A can reduce or exempt tariffs.