Customs Control
/ˈkʌstəmz kənˈtrəʊl/
Definitions
- (n.) The regulatory measures and procedures imposed by customs authorities to monitor, inspect, and manage goods, persons, and means of transport crossing international borders to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
Customs control at the border prevented the importation of prohibited goods.
Forms
- customs control
- customs controls
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Commentary
Customs control encompasses the legal authority and processes aimed at enforcing customs laws and facilitating lawful international trade; clarity in drafting should specify the scope—inspection, detention, or regulatory authority.
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