For those who wish to obtain a Certificate of Origin based on the Japan-India Agreement

Updated: July 2025, 9

Japan's exports to India are expected to reach approximately 2.6512 trillion yen in 2024, and economic relations between the two countries are expected to expand further in the future.

In order to increase competitiveness, it is essential to utilize EPAs (Economic Partnership Agreements).

In particular, by taking advantage of the Japan-India Agreement (bilateral agreement), you can receive preferential tariff treatment.

This time, we will clearly explain the specific steps and points to note when obtaining a Certificate of Origin using the Japan-India Agreement.

What is a Certificate of Origin?

The Certificate of Origin is a document established by the EPA or FTA.Certificate for preferential tariff treatment.

For example, when exporting NC lathes or excavators manufactured by Japanese companies to India, the usual tariffs may be exempted or reduced by taking advantage of the Japan-India Agreement.

However, as a condition, it is necessary to prove that the product originates in Japan (= is an originating product). The means of proof areSpecific origin certificate

Frequently asked questions about the Japan-India Agreement

We have supported many applications for origin determination so far.

We can also use our accumulated know-how to support you with any issues specific to the Japan-India Agreement.

General rules (VA + CTC) are often applied

Compared to other agreements, the Japan-India Agreement has cases where both the VA rule and the CTC rule must be met.

When exporters request a judgment, they may encounter difficulties due to VA rules, such as the difficulty of producers providing information.

By working directly with producers, we facilitate the provision of confidential information required for applications.

Concerns about whether "origin" will be recognized even for exports of large machinery

In some cases, materials used in exported products, such as large machinery, are sourced from other countries.

In such cases, the question is whether the origin of the exported products can be recognized.

Criteria include whether the main parts of the product are made in Japan and whether final assembly is carried out in Japan.

What if I need to resubmit the origin determination request?

In principle, if there are no changes to the application content, a single application for origin determination can be used for each export.

However, if there are any changes to the application details, you will need to resubmit the request for origin determination.

In particular, the Japan-India Agreement is subject to the VA rule, so there are many cases where a request for origin determination is made again due to changes in the FOB price or the price of purchased materials.

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Steps to obtain a Certificate of Origin

Identify the HS code

Identify the HS code (Tariff Code) of the product you are exporting.

The Certificate of Origin is to be used by the importing country, so you will need to check with the importer.

Check applicable EPA/FTA agreements and applicable regulations

Check the applicable rules under the RCEP Agreement based on the HS code of the export product.

Rules of origin are used to determine origin based on a product's main components and processing steps.

The two main rules are:

• CTC (Change in Tariff Classification) Rules: Will the HS Codes of Foreign Materials and Final Products Change?
• VA (value added) rule: Does the percentage of value added in Japan exceed the standard?

Checking ingredients

Large machinery involves many parts and processes.BOM (Bill of Materials) and Schedulemust be used to make an accurate judgment.

The raw materials (primary materials) of export products are in the state they were in when they were purchased.

When the CTC rule is applied, it is necessary to check the HS coating of hundreds to thousands of types of primary materials.

However, in some cases, parts made of the same material and for the same purpose are recognized as a single unit without distinction based on size or shape.

Application for origin product determination request

Prepare documents and an application form to demonstrate origin and submit the application to the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

There are no fees to the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

If the same HS code and product have the same manufacturer within the RCEP agreement country, a one-time procedure can be completed and the product can be used for future exports.

Application for certificate issuance

This is a procedure to have a certificate issued each time an item is exported.

We will need your confirmed invoice and packing list information.

A fee will be charged to the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

For inquiries regarding Certificate of Origin, please contact Support Administrative Scrivener Corporation.

Imports and exports between Japan and India are brisk, and it is expected that the acquisition of specific certificates of origin for exports will become more common in the future.

We have assisted many companies in obtaining Certificates of Origin based on the Japan-India Agreement.

Please feel free to contact us even if you are short on time or worried about doing it yourself.