Customs Clearance
Licensed US customs brokerage for import clearance, CBP compliance, duty management, and trade documentation.
Navigating US customs regulations requires expertise, precision, and up-to-the-minute knowledge of trade compliance requirements. American Global Freights coordinates full-service customs clearance, with entries filed by our licensed customs brokers, who specialize in US import clearance.
From classification and valuation to ISF filing and CBP liaison, we and our licensed customs brokers work to get your goods through customs quickly and compliantly. We handle the complexity of tariffs, trade agreements, and regulatory requirements so your supply chain keeps moving.
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- US import customs clearance and entry filing
- Importer Security Filing (ISF / 10+2)
- HTS classification and duty rate optimization
- FDA, USDA, EPA, and other government agency coordination
- Customs bonds (single entry and continuous)
- Post-entry audit support and compliance consulting
Why AGF for Customs
Clearance filed by our licensed customs brokers, with specialized import expertise
Proactive compliance approach to avoid delays and penalties
Integrated with our freight services for smooth door-to-door flow
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a customs broker to import into the USA?
The law lets importers file their own entries, but in practice commercial imports need ACE access, a customs bond, correct HTS classification and agency filings, so most importers use a licensed customs broker. Our licensed customs brokers file the ISF and entries and coordinate with CBP and other agencies.
What is a customs bond and do I need one?
A customs bond guarantees to CBP that duties, taxes and penalties will be paid. Formal entries — commercial shipments valued over $2,500, or goods regulated by agencies such as the FDA — need one. A single-entry bond covers one shipment; a continuous bond covers all your imports for a year and also covers your ISF obligations.
How long does customs clearance take?
When the entry is filed before arrival, many shipments release the day they are discharged. Holds or exams by CBP or another agency add days, and the delay is shortest when the documents are complete and the classification is right from the start.
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