Thanks to the AEO status Jan Dekker International’s goods are better protected against tampering and theft. Now Customs trust Jan Dekker as an operator and perform less or no inspections on goods imported and/or exported by and/or through Jan Dekker. Jan Dekker’s goods will be available without delays and therefore Jan Dekker can provide possibly shorter lead times to its customers.

Jan Dekker’s AEO status proves to both customers and suppliers that Jan Dekker controls its internal processes very well. An AEO is a financially healthy and safe organization; no fraud takes place and its administration is transparent. This all proves Jan Dekker International to be a reliable partner.

‘As AEO is serious business but relatively new, it shows that Jan Dekker is still taking a leading position in making the most of its opportunities!’ says Niek van der Ley, Jan Dekker International’s CEO  ‘Thus we are very proud to be one of the few international companies with this certificate’.

About the AEO certification                                                                                                       
The concept of ‘safety and security’ has been included in the European customs legislation. Companies and their suppliers involved in EU cross-border movements of goods will have to comply with this new legislation. When introducing new legislation, the European Union intends to offer the business sector better facilities. These facilities should result in the reduction of logistic delays and administrative burdens. As of September 2007 enterprises may therefore apply for the status of Authorized Economic Operator (AEO). An AEO certificate is valid in all EU member states.

The introduction of the AEO status is for EU customs an important next step towards cooperation with the business sector. It fits in with the aim to ‘horizontalize’ supervision. This means that the business sector together with the customs department are responsible for a safe and incorruptible goods flow crossing external borders. It offers the prospect of ensuring together a safe logistic chain.

About Jan Dekker International
Jan Dekker International supplies high quality additives and ingredients to the global cosmetic and food industries. Thanks to its rich history, Jan Dekker focuses on strong and long term partnerships with producers of innovative ingredients throughout the world.