In order to export goods to a foreign market, it should be essential to collect all necessary information concerning the taxes and duties to be paid. To get this information, exporter shall obtain the customs' code of his product. This code shall be communicated to the customs department who will provide him with all necessary information about the destination country. The exporter shall further inquire about the following details:
- Customs clearance, required documents and applicable procedures
- Standards and certifications to be observed for the exported product or the packaging thereof
- Importation restrictions applicable in the destination country (authorizations, quotas, prohibition etc.)