There is more information on the Rules of Origin in this Information Sheet (PDF, 121 KB). Additional information can also be found on the MFAT website.
Claiming Preference under CPTPP
Under CPTPP a claim that goods are eligible for preferential tariff treatment is based on a written or electronic declaration of origin completed by the importer, exporter or producer and needs to be in the importer’s possession when the claim for preferential access is made.
The importer can choose the form of documentary evidence of origin it seeks from the exporter or producer, provided it contains all the necessary data elements. A guidance template is available for traders to use if they wish.
Rules of Origin Provisions
CPTPP Text of the Agreement:
Product Specific Rules
- Annex 3-D: Rules of Origin (PDF, 546 KB)
- Annex 3-D: Rules of Origin (2022) (PDF, 1.1 MB)
- Appendix to Annex 3-D: Provisions related to the Product-Specific Rules of Origin for certain vehicles and parts of vehicles (PDF, 95 KB)
- Appendix to Annex 3-D: Provisions related to the Product-Specific Rules of Origin for certain vehicles and parts of vehicles (2022) (PDF, 143 KB)
- Annex 4-A: Textiles and Apparel Rules of Origin (PDF, 87 KB)
- Annex 4-A: Textiles and Apparel Rules of Origin (2022) (PDF, 283 KB)
- Appendix to 4-A: Short Supply List of Products (PDF, 317 KB)
- Appendix to 4-A: Short Supply List of Products (2022) (PDF, 251 KB)