The issue with using supply chain information to control product flow from the forced labor area of China
Independent consultant on customs and trade matters and border and stadium security, Global Security and Innovative Strategies, United States of America
Published 16 Apr 2023
Topic spotlight
Most people that work in the worldwide import/export industry are familiar with the Rules of Origin and with terms such as “substantial transformation” and “double substantial transformation”. However, the concept put forth to prevent importation of Uyghur goods is totally alien to the community in that an importer who is the focus of an allegation must prove that no part of his importation(s) has either originated or been furthered in value in the Uyghur Region. In other words, the importer must prove a negative.
