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Export Certification: Trade Support Made Easy

The Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce provides exporters with the tools and expertise they need to be successful in global trade.

Through our comprehensive export certification services, we pave the way for exporters to seamlessly access foreign markets while navigating intricate import regulations. We can also help exporters establish stronger trade relationships with their customers through Free Trade Agreements (FTAs).

Any Canterbury exporter can access our certification services, but our members benefit from special members-only pricing.


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How The Service Works

Not sure where to start? Here is a high level view of the export documentation certification process.

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Identify Your HS Code
The process to follow will depend on your product, find a suitable HS Code here for your product.
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Speak To Us

Our Team can help clarify the process and documentation required based on your HS Code and market.

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Complete Documentation
Proceed with the non-preferential or Free Trade Agreement (FTA) route as discussed.
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Ready to go
You are all set, we can help you with any further questions along the way or refer to our helpful links below.

Not sure where to start? Give us a call.

  • Certificates of Origin
  • Self-certification and CPTPP

About FTA's and COO's

Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)

Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) support economic growth and global collaboration. By eliminating tariffs and trade restrictions, FTAs enable New Zealand exporters to connect with international markets, promoting the exchange of goods and services in a fair and mutually beneficial manner.

Like to know if your goods are covered under an FTA? Use the Tariff Finder to find out. 


Certificates of Origin (COOs) 

A Certificate of Origin (COO) is a crucial document that provides information about the source of goods, typically stating the country in which the goods were manufactured, produced, or processed. This information aids customs and trade authorities in determining the eligibility of the goods for preferential trade agreements, tariffs, and other trade-related benefits.

 

FTA Certificates of Orgin

The New Zealand Chambers of Commerce and Industry (NZCCI) have been approved as a Certified Body by New Zealand Customs. As a member of NZCCI, we can issue preferential certificates of origin under the following Free Trade Agreements:

  • New Zealand – China Free Trade Agreement (NZCFTA)
  • ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (AANZ FTA)
  • The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Link


Note: NZCFTA, AANZFTA and RCEP certificates of origin can only be issued if the goods qualify and relevant supporting documentation is provided.


 

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Self-certification of origin for NZ Trade Agreements with Korea, Taiwan and CPTPP

Within these Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), New Zealand exporters engage in a "self-certification of origin" process. This involves either providing a declaration of origin or issuing a self-issued certificate of origin (CO).

Ensuring precise declarations, comprehending the applicable Preferential Specific Rules (PSR), and recognising the responsibility tied to their origin declaration for both them and the importer are vital for exporters.

The CPTPP is self-declared and does not need an endorsement from the Chamber but can provide this service if necessary. Please check with your customer about this. 

Economies participating in CPTPP include:

  • Australia
  • Brunei Darussalam
  • Canada
  • Chile
  • Japan
  • Malaysia
  • Mexico
  • New Zealand
  • Peru
  • Singapore
  • Vietnam

CPTPP Certificate of Origin Requirements

CPTT Certificate of Origin Template

 

Additional Information

Export-Related Links and Documents

NON-PREFERENTIAL CERTIFICATES OF ORIGIN

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Below are some of the most frequently asked questions about export certification. If you have additional questions, please get in touch with us.

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Gene CernanAstronaut, Apollo 17
“When you head on out to the Moon, in very short order, and you get a chance to look back at the Earth, that horizon slowly curves around in upon himself, and all of sudden you're looking at something that is very strange, but yet is very, very familiar, because you're beginning to see the Earth evolve.”
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Gene CernanAstronaut, Apollo 17
“When you head on out to the Moon, in very short order, and you get a chance to look back at the Earth, that horizon slowly curves around in upon himself, and all of sudden you're looking at something that is very strange, but yet is very, very familiar, because you're beginning to see the Earth evolve.”
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Gene CernanAstronaut, Apollo 17
“When you head on out to the Moon, in very short order, and you get a chance to look back at the Earth, that horizon slowly curves around in upon himself, and all of sudden you're looking at something that is very strange, but yet is very, very familiar, because you're beginning to see the Earth evolve.”