Temporary Importation

/ˈtɛmpəˌrɛri ɪmˌpɔrtˈeɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The admission of goods into a country for a limited period without payment of import duties, under the condition that the goods will be re-exported afterwards.
    The company used temporary importation to bring machinery for a trade show without paying customs duties.

Forms

  • temporary importation

Commentary

Temporary importation clauses often require strict compliance with re-export deadlines to avoid penalties.

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