WCO Data Model
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Global customs data model maintained by WCO.
Definition
WCO Data Model v3.x covers Declaration, Cargo Report, Manifest, Conveyance, Goods Items, Parties. Aligned with UN/CEFACT RDM and WCO Customs Compendium. Used by 180+ customs administrations. Successor to EDIFACT CUSDEC, CUSCAR, CUSREP, CUSRES.
Origin
Published by WCO in 2001 (v1) ; v3.x stabilised 2020.
Example in context
The EU AES (Automated Export System) Phase 5 builds on the WCO Data Model.
Related terms
- UN/CEFACT RDM — parent model.