free zone (customs-free zone)

Quelle: https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/business/calculation-customs-duties/free-zones_en.htm

A defined geographic area where goods can be stored, manufactured, or manipulated without being subject to standard customs duties and controls. In a free zone, duties, taxes, and controls may be deferred or suspended until the goods are released into the destination market.

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