WCO 3D Customs

WCO international reference data model.

Definition

WCO Data Model v3D (published 2023) relies on ~750 data elements aligned with UN/EDIFACT and UN/CEFACT Core Components. Includes Customs (CDM), Cross-border Regulatory (CBR) profiles. Adopted by EU as basis of EU Customs Data Model. Referenced by the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement.

Origin

WCO Data Model v1 published 2002 ; v3D published 2023 ; annual updates.

Example in context

EU EDM (Customs Data Model) derived from WCO 3D ; each CDS information element carries a WCO ID code for interoperability.

Related terms

• Single Window — applicative framework.