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Generic CertificatesIf a good does not qualify for an FTA, a generic COO may be issued.The exporter should verify whether a COO is required with the buyer and/or an experiencedshipper/freight forwarder or the U.S. Commercial Service. Note: Some countries (i.e., severalMiddle Eastern countries) require that a generic COO be notarized, certified by a local chamber ofcommerce, and legalized by the commercial section of the consulate of the destination country.For certain Middle Eastern countries, the National U.S.–Arab Chamber of Commerce may alsoprovide such services.For textile products, an importing country may require a COO issued by the manufacturer. Thenumber of required copies and the language it is written in may vary by country.In addition, COOs for goods that don’t qualify for FTAs can be obtained from a local chamber ofcommerce or at ecertify.com (a private vendor). Note that some chambers won’t issue COOs or willonly issue them to their members. Also keep in mind that certificates will only be issued for goodsmade in the U.S.A buyer may also ask you (the exporter) to certify the origin of a product. Here is an example ofwhat’s included in such a certificate (in this case, related to the U.S.-Korea free trade agreement):1. Single shipmentŦŦProvide the commercial invoice number.2. Multiple shipments of identical goodsŦŦProvide the blanket period in “mm/dd/yyyy to mm/dd/yyyy” format (12-month maximum).3. Authorized signature, company, title, telephone, fax, e-mail, and certification dateŦŦThe signee must have access to the underlying records and the legal authority to bind thecompany. This field shall include signature, company, title, telephone, fax, and e-mail.4. CertificationI certify that:The information on this document is true and accurate, and I assume the responsibility for provingsuch representations. I understand that I am liable for any false statements or material omissionsmade on or in connection with this document;I agree to maintain and present upon request the documentation necessary to support theserepresentations.The goods comply with all requirements for preferential tariff treatment specified for those goodsin the United States–Korea Free Trade Agreement; andThis document consists of _______ pages, including all attachments.Signature, Date:Title:Phone Number:E-mail Address:Chapter 18: Rules of Origin for FTAs213