Customs Territory
/ˈkʌstəms ˈtɛrɪtəri/
Definitions
- (n.) A defined geographical area under the sovereign control of a state within which customs laws and regulations are uniformly applied to the import, export, and transit of goods.
Goods entering the customs territory are subject to applicable duties and inspections.
Forms
- customs territory
- customs territories
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Commentary
The term is pivotal in international trade law to delineate where customs duties apply uniformly; drafting should clarify territorial scope to prevent disputes.
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