What is an importer of record in international shipping?
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I / Importer of record
The person or entity responsible for importing a shipment into a country and hence, answerable to the import laws of that country. As the importer of record for a shipment, you are responsible for all legal import obligations, including documentation, product classification and payment of import duty.
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