Peru

For US customs, the country of origin is generally where a product is grown, produced, or manufactured—not the country it was shipped from, purchased in, or routed through. For example, goods made in Peru and shipped through another country may still have Peru as their origin. If production occurs in more than one country, origin may depend on the applicable “substantial transformation” analysis: whether processing creates a new product with a different name, character, or use. This can require customs-broker or trade-specialist judgment.

Origin matters because tariff measures, trade agreements, quotas, marking rules, and other import requirements can vary by origin. When tracking measures for Peru, distinguish Peru-origin goods from goods merely exported or shipped from Peru. Also check whether a measure applies to the product’s tariff classification, any listed exclusions or conditions, and whether special rules apply to components or processing in other countries.

What to check

• Trace the full production chain, including where materials are made, assembled, or substantially processed.
• Apply the relevant substantial-transformation rule when production involves more than one country; seek broker or specialist advice for complex manufacturing.
• Keep bills of materials, supplier origin statements, production records, and manufacturing descriptions that support the claimed origin.
• Verify the product’s US Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification before matching it to Peru-related measures.
• Check the official measure text for scope, exclusions, documentation requirements, and any certification or marking rules.