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Certificate of Origin

COO

A document certifying the declared origin of goods for a specified purpose.

Last reviewed: 30 September 2026

Professional definition

A document certifying the declared origin of goods for a specified purpose. Its precise legal, operational or charging effect depends on the applicable contract, carrier terms, route, jurisdiction and transport mode.

Example

Example: a logistics team records or applies “COO” in the relevant booking, document, quotation or shipment milestone.

Where it is used

Used in shipping documents operations, documents, systems and commercial discussions.

Common mistakes and things to remember

Confirm the precise meaning in the governing contract, tariff, official rules and provider terms; industry usage can vary.

Source

UN Trade and Transport Facilitation guidance

Use the linked authority and applicable national guidance for current requirements.