DTI : Direct Trader Input

An arrangement under which traders key customs declarations direct to the Customs entry processing system CHIEF.

Read more DUCR : Declaration Unique Consignment Reference (Export)

The Declaration Unique Consignment Reference (DUCR) and the optional Part suffix is the main reference key to any Customs Handling of Import & Export Freight (CHIEF

Read more Dunnage

Wood and packaging materials used to keep cargo in place inside a container or transportation vehicle.

Read more Duties and Taxes

Import duties and taxes and/or export duties and taxes.

Read more Duty Relief

Duty relief is provided for outward processing special circumstances, returned goods, or products of sea-fishing.

Read more DV1 : Declaration of Value

A form accompanying the customs declaration where it is necessary to establish the customs value.

Read more e-AAD : Electronic Administrative Accompanying Document

European businesses trading in excise goods (alcohol, tobacco and energy products).

Read more EAD : Export Accompanying Document

An EAD is a document that accompanies goods to the office of exit.

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