As a customs clearance company, Atlantic Project Cargo is an expert in simplifying international trade. We operate in the United States and Canada and offer a wide range of import brokerage services to ensure that your shipments flow easily across the border.
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- Navigate imports with confidence
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- Keep your supply chain uninterrupted
US and Canada Customs Clearance Services
Our customs clearance broker is highly proficient in both US and Canadian regulations. We’ll take care of all the paperwork, classification, and clearance procedures to ensure a hassle-free experience.
Who Needs a Customs Broker?
Customs brokers are highly recommended for businesses that regularly operate in foreign trade zones, importing or exporting goods. The time saved, reduced risk of errors, and potential cost savings often outweigh the cost of their services. Customs brokerage experts are especially valuable for:
New Importers/Exporters
Navigating CBP regulations can be challenging for many businesses, especially for the first time. A broker will guide you through the process and prepare the required documentation for inspections
Businesses with Complex Shipments
Shipments with multiple items, high value, or special requirements benefit from a customs agent’s expertise in world trade
When You’re Facing Tight Deadlines
Customs brokerage companies help expedite the clearance process to ensure your goods arrive on time
US Customs Brokerage
American customs brokerage goes beyond ensuring the smooth clearance of your goods. Here are several things you should be aware of:
- Free Trade Agreements
- Valuation & Duty Calculations
- Security Requirements & Border Protection
- Post-Entry Audits
- Compliance Programs
Our US import broker will assist with efficient clearance and cost-savings optimization associated with import/export regulations.
Canadian Customs Broker
While the core principles of customs brokerage are similar in both countries, there are some key aspects you need to know when importing to Canada, including:
- Classification & Valuation
- Canadian Regulatory Agencies
- Free Trade Agreements
- Provincial Variations
- Trade Controls
Atlantic Project Cargo will provide high-quality customs broker service and act as your personal assistant. We are committed to ensuring you comply with all laws and regulations, optimize duty payment calculations under applicable FTAs, and avoid delays or penalties from government agencies.
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Custom brokerage services are services that help people and businesses get their goods across international borders. When goods cross a border, they must be “cleared” by that country’s customs authority. This involves complex rules, specific paperwork, and paying taxes (called tariffs).
A custom brokerage service is a key part of logistics services. It handles the complex process for you to ensure your goods enter the country legally and without costly delays.
A customs brokerage rep is someone who helps businesses move goods across borders. The import broker handles all the paperwork, talks to authorities, and makes sure the right taxes and fees are paid.
At Atlantic Project Cargo, we offer a wide range of customs brokerage services to make importing and exporting easier for businesses. We provide documentation assistance, duty and tax calculation, consulting services, and more.
A customs broker is a licensed specialist who acts on behalf of shippers (importers and exporters) to get their goods through customs. They are a critical link in the freight moving process, ensuring the legal side is handled so your items don’t get stuck at the border.
They handle all the critical details, including:
- Document filing: Preparing and submitting all the complex electronic data and paperwork for customs clearance. This filing must be accurate.
- Calculating duties & taxes: They correctly classify your products according to a complex system to determine the exact taxes you owe.
- Liaising with government: Communicating directly with customs and other relevant agencies to ensure your goods are released.
- Providing expertise: They offer tailored solutions to make your supply chain smoother and advise on special programs, like duty drawback (a way to get refunds on tariffs paid for goods that are later exported).