Customs clearance is the process of getting goods approved by customs authorities when they enter the country. This involves several steps to ensure that all import duties and taxes are paid, and that the goods comply with relevant regulations.
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Customs Brokerage
Navigating Customs, Delivering Excellence
Licensed U.S. Customs brokers guide importers through the intricate process of international trade regulation.
A customs bond is a legal contract involving three parties: the importer, a surety company, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Bonds ensure that all duties, taxes, and fees owed on a shipment are paid to CBP and are a requirement for importing.
Cargo insurance provides financial coverage for perils that a shipment may encounter while in transit.
Classification services involve assigning the correct HTS codes to imported goods based on their characteristics, composition, and intended use. This process is crucial for ensuring compliance with customs regulations and determining the applicable duties, taxes, and fees.
Other Government Agency (OGA) requirements involve ensuring that imported goods comply with regulations set by various U.S. government agencies beyond U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). These agencies, often referred to as Partner Government Agencies (PGAs), have specific rules, documentation, and clearance requirements for certain types of goods.
The “final mile,” also known as last-mile delivery, refers to the last stage of the delivery process where goods are transported from a transportation hub to their final destination, typically the customer’s doorstep.
Customs clearance for commodities or situations that are out of the ordinary, such as return goods or anti-dumping/countervailing duties.
Customs clearance for cargo entering a Free Trade Zone. A Free Trade Zone (FTZ) is a designated area within a country where goods can be imported, stored, handled, or manufactured without being subject to the usual customs duties, tariffs, or regulations.
Customs clearance for cargo entering a bonded warehouse. A bonded warehouse allows you store imported goods without paying duty for up to 5 years.
Customs clearance for cargo entering the country by road or rail at an interior border crossing with Mexico or Canada.
A carnet allows for the temporary import of goods without the need to pay duties, taxes, or post a bond. A carnet is particularly useful for items like professional equipment or goods for trade shows and exhibitions.
Customs clearance for bulk cargo, such as grain or oil, that is being transported in large quantities in a ships hold.
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Logistics
Freight services for your every need
We provide a comprehensive suite of freight services that cater to all your logistics needs. From handling various types of cargo and transportation modes to ensuring safe delivery and real-time tracking, our services are backed by robust warehousing capabilities and insurance coverage.
Cargo being transported by ship.
Cargo being transported by plane.
Less than container load (LCL) is a quantity of cargo that is less than what would generally be shipped in a 20’ or 40’ container. LCL shipments are consolidated to ship within a shipping container.
The arranging of shipments that are being transported to or departing from the United States.
The process of building a full container shipment from multiple LCL shipments. Consolidations or consols are often multiple shipments for a single importer or multiple shippers that share a common geographic destination.
The transport of large or complex cargo typically involves multiple shipments over an extended period. These shipments are usually associated with major construction, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
Cargo that is considered hazardous to transport and is subject to additional regulations to ensure the safe movement.
Shipments that are arranged by truck.
The process of removing cargo from one conveyance method and loading it onto another for continued transport usually refers to transferring cargo from a shipping container to a truck for faster delivery.
The “final mile,” also known as last-mile delivery, refers to the last stage of the delivery process where goods are transported from a transportation hub to their final destination, typically the customer’s doorstep.
Providing visibility to your shipment while it is in transit.
Providing comprehensive storage solutions for cargo, including short-term, long-term, and bonded storage. Additionally, offering a range of ancillary warehouse services such as pick and pack, labeling, shrink wrapping, and more.
Cargo insurance provides financial coverage for perils that a shipment may encounter while in transit.
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Logistics
Freight services for your every need
We provide a comprehensive suite of freight services that cater to all your logistics needs. From handling various types of cargo and transportation modes to ensuring safe delivery and real-time tracking, our services are backed by robust warehousing capabilities and insurance coverage.
Cargo being transported by ship.
Cargo being transported by plane.
Less than container load (LCL) is a quantity of cargo that is less than what would generally be shipped in a 20’ or 40’ container. LCL shipments are consolidated to ship within a shipping container.
The arranging of shipments that are being transported to or departing from the United States.
The process of building a full container shipment from multiple LCL shipments. Consolidations or consols are often multiple shipments for a single importer or multiple shippers that share a common geographic destination.
The transport of large or complex cargo typically involves multiple shipments over an extended period. These shipments are usually associated with major construction, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
Cargo that is considered hazardous to transport and is subject to additional regulations to ensure the safe movement.
Shipments that are arranged by truck.
The process of removing cargo from one conveyance method and loading it onto another for continued transport usually refers to transferring cargo from a shipping container to a truck for faster delivery.
The “final mile,” also known as last-mile delivery, refers to the last stage of the delivery process where goods are transported from a transportation hub to their final destination, typically the customer’s doorstep.
Providing visibility to your shipment while it is in transit.
Providing comprehensive storage solutions for cargo, including short-term, long-term, and bonded storage. Additionally, offering a range of ancillary warehouse services such as pick and pack, labeling, shrink wrapping, and more.
Cargo insurance provides financial coverage for perils that a shipment may encounter while in transit.
Still in the planning phase of your shipment or just have questions? Click the Make It Simple button and let us provide you with the options and information you need.
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Consulting
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We delve deeper into the complex requirements of your business to provide the specialized guidance and support you need to overcome challenges.
We will work with your company to train staff and develop SOPs that ensure legal requirements for both U.S. Customs and other government agencies (OGA) are being met.
Providing classification review and/or services for your product catalog.
Unsure if a product is subject to current or potential anti-dumping/countervailing duty (AD/CVD) actions. We can help you find out.
We will work with your company to analyze and optimize supply chain operations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall performance.
Items that are not easily classified leave companies open to potential liability. We can submit a request to U.S. Customs on your behalf to get the definitive answer right from the source, eliminating any possibility of future liability.
We will assist you in identifying which other government agencies have jurisdiction over your products and guide you in the requirements for each agency.
Tailored Training Seminars / Webinars
Knowledge is critical to your success. Let us work with you to provide custom individualized training seminars/webinars for your staff or organization.
Introduction to Classification, Customs Compliance, and Understanding Trade Documentation are a few examples but let our experts work with you to deliver the specific information your team needs to perform at its best.
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