Clearances

Do I Need a Customs Broker?

An individual may make his/her own Customs clearance of goods imported for personal use or business without the services of a customs broker. All merchandise coming into the United States must clear Customs and is subject to a Customs duty unless specifically exempted by law.

Customs Clearance involves a number of steps
Entry
Inspection
Appraisement
Classification
Liquidation

US Customs & Border Protection (CBP) does not require an importer to have a license or permit. Other agencies may require a permit, license, or other certification, depending on what is being imported.
• The importer must declare the dutiable value of merchandise.
• The importer must determine the classification number of the merchandise being imported. The Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), prescribes the classification of merchandise by type; e.g., animal, vegetable, textile fibers, textile products etc.
• The importer must pay estimated duties and processing fees if applicable.
• If formal entry is required - the importer may have to post a surety bond.
• It is the importers responsibility to ensure that his or her goods being imported meet admissibility requirements.

If your shipment is via ocean directly to the US, then an ISF 10+2 is required to be filed at least 24 hours prior to vessel loading at the port of origin otherwise you could be subject to US Customs penalties of up to $10,000.00

If you require the services of a full service Customs Broker, please contact us

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