Importer of record

[Former Member]

Is importer of Record and Declarant same? I see SAP standard EI creation functional module pull the IOR from Declarant partner (CUSANM)  

[Former Member]

Thank you Dave. It is helpful.

[former_member215181]

Hi Amartya,

It's entirely dependent on how the business has chosen to operate.  I guess you're talking about Imports into the USA, and here's a definition from one trade authority:

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What is the definition of an Importer?

The U.S. Customs Service defines "importer" as a person primarily liable for the payment of duties on the merchandise, or an authorized agent acting on the importer's behalf.  The importer may be:  (a) a consignee, (b) the importer of record, or (c) the actual owner of the merchandise if the actual owner has filed with Customs a declaration acknowledging ownership along with a superseding bond.

What is an Importer of Record?

The U.S. Customs Service defines the importer of record as the owner or purchaser of the goods; or, when designated by the owner, purchaser, consignee or a licensed Customs Broker.

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So, you need to get a clear idea from the business on who they recognise as the Importer of Record, and then configure the system in that way.

Regards,

Dave