Gearbox Europlacer, a company specializing in electronics manufacturing of Printed Circuit Boards Assemblies (PCBA) in Nairobi, Kenya, has been registered for Rules of Origin purposes.
This registration allows us to issue a Certificate of Origin (CO) for our export clients to leverage the incentives offered by various trade agreements across the globe, including EAC (East African Community), COMESA (Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa), AfCFTA (African Continental Free Trade Area), EUR1 (for exports to European Union countries), and GSP (Generalized System of Preferences).
Rules of Origin are essential for determining the origin of goods to ensure they meet the criteria set forth by Free or Preferential trade agreements. By exporting our goods with a COO, we at Gearbox Europlacer can provide evidence that our products meet the necessary requirements and are eligible for favorable trade treatment in the mentioned regions.
It is worth noting that our commitment to keeping the entire electronic value chain in Kenya, from solution design, manufacturing, and product life cycle support, indicates the dedication to promoting high-technology and growth-positive advancements in the East and Central African region.
In summary, Gearbox Europlacer's registration for rules of origin purposes enables us to issue certificates of origin for various trade agreements and preference programs for all our products manufactured in Kenya, facilitating their export processes, and promoting local manufacturing and growth of the high-tech hardware sector in Kenya and across Africa.