Substantial transformation plays a crucial role in determining the country of origin for products. The content outlines definitions and rules, especially concerning international waters and vessels. It provides historical context from the age of exploration and imperialism, illustrating how these events influenced territorial claims. The political sensitivity of origin declarations is highlighted, particularly with the example of Crimea, leading to a summary of the analytical approach and an invitation for questions.

#Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 19
#134.1