What is the point or state of origin?
[30.7 (t)] The point or state of origin is the state in which the merchandise actually starts its journey to the port of export, or if multiple commodities are reported, the state of the commodity of the greatest value, or the state of consolidation. 2. How should the state of origin be reported? Report only the two-character U.S. Postal Service state or U.S. territory abbreviation. If the merchandise begins its journey in a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ), report the FTZ number. In AES, report both the state of origin and the FTZ number. Do not report: Various, USA, Multi, Foreign, or the name of a foreign country. 3. Where can I find information about the items on the SED pertaining to loading pier, exporting carrier, and port of unloading as they relate to the transportation of my merchandise? If you do not know, ask your forwarder or carrier to either provide you with this information or to fill it in for you. 4. What is the date of exportation? [30.7(r)] The date the merchandise leaves t
