Federation of Malaysian Manufacturing (Formerly known as Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers)

Non-Preferential Certificate of Origin (NPCO)

What is a Non-Preferential Certificate of Origin (NPCO)?

A Non-Preferential Certificate of Origin confirms that goods are produced, manufactured or processed in Malaysia. It is generally requested by overseas buyers, importers or financial institutions to verify the country of origin for trade, shipping or payment purposes. This certificate does not qualify goods for preferential tariffs or other benefits under free trade agreements.


Non-Preferential
Certificate of Origin

A trade document that helps identify the origin of the good and not used to claim for preferential tariff rates. Normally goods will be released using import duty rate as per Customs Duties Order enforced.


  • Authorised by the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) to issue and endorse Certificate of Origin since January 1982.
  • One of the major and reputable chambers in Malaysia to endorse the Certificate of Origin.
  • Certificates of Origin endorsed by FMM are recognised and accepted by Customs Authorities worldwide.

Certified to IS0 9001:2015

Certificate No: QMS 00787

Certified to IS0 37001:2016

Certificate No: ABMS 00295

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