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Freight Forwarders in California

FMC-licensed international freight forwarding company based in Glendale, California with global reach

California's Trusted Freight Forwarding Partner

California is the gateway to international trade for the United States. With the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach handling more container volume than any other port complex in North America, California-based businesses need a freight forwarder who understands the local logistics landscape inside and out.

American Global Freights is headquartered in Glendale, California, placing us at the heart of the state's international trade infrastructure. As an FMC-licensed NVOCC and WCA member, we provide full-service freight forwarding including ocean freight, air freight, ground transportation, intermodal drayage, customs clearance, and warehousing — all managed by a team that knows California's ports, regulations, and transportation networks firsthand.

Whether you're a small business importing your first container from China, or a large enterprise managing a multi-lane supply chain across Asia and Europe, AGF provides the same level of expert service, transparent pricing, and personal attention. We serve businesses across the state, including Glendale, Los Angeles, Long Beach, and the entire Southern California region. We also offer specialized customs brokerage, port drayage, and warehousing near the ports.

Why California Businesses Choose AGF

FMC-licensed NVOCC with direct carrier contracts
Headquartered in Glendale, CA — near the ports of LA/Long Beach
Own operations office in Foshan, China for origin-side management
Import clearance through our licensed customs brokers
WCA member with access to more than 13,000 member offices across about 190 countries
Transparent door-to-door quotes that list what is excluded
Partner warehouses in Southern California near port facilities
Single point of contact for your entire supply chain

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a freight forwarder in California do?
A freight forwarder in California manages the transportation of goods between international origins and California destinations. This includes booking ocean or air freight, handling customs clearance, arranging port drayage from the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, and coordinating warehousing and final delivery. American Global Freights is an FMC-licensed NVOCC based in Glendale, CA, providing all of these services with transparent door-to-door quotes.
How much does freight forwarding cost in California?
Freight forwarding costs vary depending on the mode of transport (ocean vs. air), volume (FCL vs. LCL), origin, and destination. AGF quotes door to door with the standard charges built in and lists what is excluded — duties and taxes, and charges that depend on events (exams, demurrage, detention, storage) — so the quote is the number you plan with. Contact us for a free, personalized quote.
Which California ports does AGF serve?
AGF serves the major California container ports: the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach (together the busiest container port complex in North America) and the Port of Oakland. Our headquarters in Glendale, CA places us near the LA/Long Beach port complex for fast response times.
Is American Global Freights licensed to operate in California?
Yes. American Global Freights is an FMC-licensed NVOCC (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier) with license number OTI#031665NF. We are also a WCA member (#144028) with access to more than 13,000 member offices across about 190 countries. US import clearance goes through our licensed customs brokers.
Can AGF handle shipping from China to California?
Absolutely. China-to-California is our most active trade lane. We have our own operations office in Foshan, China, which allows us to manage factory pickups, loading supervision, and export documentation directly. We offer both ocean freight (FCL and LCL) and air freight from all major Chinese ports to California.

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