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*The meaning of C1, C2, and C3

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*What does "Trade VAN" mean?

Trade Van = the Trade Value Added Network EDI system introduced in 1992 in an effort to accelerate and simplify import and export-related procedures, which connects all government offices, banks, and traders involved in import and export in a network and is similar to NACCS (Nippon Automated Cargo Clearance System), the customs clearance system in Japan.

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