Importing and Customs Brokerage FAQ's

We are going to be periodically adding FAQ's below to help clients navigate the constant changing landscape of importing compliance and regulations.

Here are some of the questions we will be answering on this page in the future.  For now, please call us to get answers and help with the below FAQs.

 

Q:  What is ISF (Importer Security Filing) aka 10+2?

https://www.cbp.gov/border-security/ports-entry/cargo-security/importer-security-filing-102

 

Q:  What is the Lacey Act?
https://www.cbp.gov/trade/entry-summary/public-laws-impacting-trade/public-law-110-246/amended-lacey-act/guidance-lacey-act

 

Q:  What are requiements for marking/labeling?

https://www.cbp.gov/trade/rulings/informed-compliance-publications/marking-country-origin-us-imports

 

Q:  What is a customs bond?

https://www.cbp.gov/trade/priority-issues/revenue/bonds

 

Q:  Why should I use a Customs Broker?

Learning how to import goods yourself might not be the most efficient, economical plan.  An experienced Customs Broker can help you successfully import while saving you time and money, as well as avoiding the worries of possible seizure of your goods.