Changes Needed in U.S. Valuation System for Imported Merchandise
GGD-79-29
Published: Mar 23, 1979. Publicly Released: Mar 23, 1979.
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Over the years, various changes have occurred in the U. S. valuation system, which is the process of determining a unit value for imported merchandise so that duties can be collected. The nine standards currently being used are confusing to importers and administratively expensive for the Customs Service.
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