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Customs inspection

A shipment of machinery arrives at the border and triggers a routine customs declaration review.

Last updated: 12 June 2026Published: 27 January 2026

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A shipment of machinery arrives at the border and triggers a routine customs declaration review. The customs officer may select it for inspection to verify the declared value, origin marking, and absence of prohibited items. Customs inspection is the official examination of goods by customs authorities to determine applicable tariff classification, duties, and compliance with import/export regulations. It occurs at border crossing or upon authority request and may be document-based (risk-selected) or involve physical examination.

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