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What is a Customs Clearance?

Customs clearance is an electronic process we provide through U.S. Customs and Border Protection. From standard shipping documents (Bill Of Lading, Commercial Invoice, & Packing List), we prepare documentation, determinate proper regulatory issues for your commodity and secure the releases required to enter your goods into the commerce of the United States. Your duty liability is calculated, and paid, secure the freight release and arrange pick up or delivery of your goods in the USA. 
 
The concept is simple,  however all of the parties involved complicate the process in many different ways and areas. WE simplify the process of customs clearance for imports coming into the United States. Customs globally places your product through this same process, we work to streamline the process, minimize costs, and move your cargo to the final destination with care, speed, and economy. Chicago is one of the largest destinations on America due to the location, good transportation network, and a wealth of carriers and related resources. Since it is centrally located it makes sense that a high volume of freight passes through Illinois.
 
For freight that is imported into Chicago via ocean freight and air freight, consulting with a customs broker before the freight leaves its origin country or while it is in transit is wise. This allows the customs broker and the importer to get the required paperwork in order and submit an entry and related data for the required customs clearance.

Documents required for a customs clearance:
  • U.S. Customs and Border Protection Power of Attorney
  • Commercial Invoice from foreign seller
  • Ocean Bill of Lading or Air way bill
  • Packing List
Other documentation required depending on commodity:
  • NAFTA Certificate of Origin
  • Phytosanitary Certificate
  • Special Agricultural Commodity Import Permits
  • Lacy Act Declaration
And more….depending on the commodity. Contact us for specific details of your products requirements

Expert Customs Broker in Chicago

No matter how confusing and complicated the process is for new importers,  we can assist, we have you covered.
 
Our low prices allow our customers to minimize their freight expense while having their cargo arrive safely and on time. 

Logistics Options We Offer:
  • Single Entry Customs Bonds
  • Continuous Bonds
  • Cargo Insurance
  • Freight and Delivery Options
  • Importer Security Filing (ISF)

We specialize in shipments that are rare or complicated. We think out of the box and come up with quality solutions no matter what the situation is. 

Do you need door to door delivery for over sized cargo? We have a long line of industry leading partners that we have teamed up with to get just about any type of delivery made. 

Customs clearances are our specialty, we are domiciled in the Chicago area, however we are licensed and authorized in all Ports of entry within the United States, handling all modes of transportation, from Air, Sea, Road, Rail, Mail, Hand Carry, or even commodities moving via pipelines.
 
We will assist parties just starting, or fix issues in your existing supply chain. We scale our service to your needs.



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