Legal Definitions - importation

IMPORTATION

Importation is the act of bringing goods from one country into another country.

• When a company in the United States buys products from a manufacturer in China and ships them to the US, it is an example of importation.
• A person traveling from France to the United Kingdom with a suitcase full of French cheese is also an example of importation.

These examples illustrate how importation involves the movement of goods across international borders. It can be done by individuals or businesses and can involve a wide range of products, from electronics to food items.