Importer
/ɪmˈpɔːrtər/
Definitions
- (n.) A person or entity that brings goods or services into a country from abroad for sale or use.
The importer was required to comply with customs regulations before the shipment was released.
- (n.) A party responsible for the customs-related legal obligations attached to goods entering a jurisdiction.
As the importer, the company must ensure all tariffs are paid.
Forms
- importer
- importers
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Commentary
The term often appears in trade and customs law contexts; it is important to distinguish the importer’s legal obligations from those of the exporter.
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