# Customs Seal

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> When a shipment is placed under customs control – at the point of clearance or at the start of a transit procedure – the customs authority applies a seal to the container, vehicle body, or cargo unit.

When a shipment is placed under customs control – at the point of clearance or at the start of a transit procedure – the customs authority applies a seal to the container, vehicle body, or cargo unit. The seal is tamper-evident and carries a unique serial number recorded on the accompanying customs documents. An intact seal on arrival confirms the goods were not accessed in transit; a broken or missing seal triggers a mandatory re-examination of the cargo. Customs seals are manufactured and mutually recognized according to international standards, making them a cornerstone of transit systems such as TIR and the Common Transit Procedure.

**Source:** [https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zollplombe](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zollplombe)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Customs Seal |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 104 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zollplombe |

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