Customs Brokerage and
Compliance Solutions

Customs Brokerage and Import Trade Compliance

Customs clearance is a critical component in any complete supply chain solution. Given the complexities of customs regulations, duties, fees, and taxes, it’s vital to have a team of experts who can adeptly handle these elements. Our team is highly experienced in customs clearance, CBP regulations, and both import and export logistics, as well as in reconciliation and cross-border activities. They are equipped to offer advice on setting up efficient trade compliance procedures, ensuring your operations run smoothly and in compliance with all regulations.

Brokerage Services:

  • Customs Entries
  • Pre-Arrival and Overtime Clearances
  • Specialized Classification
  • ACH Duty payments
  • Customs Bonds
  • Temporary Import Bonds (TIB)
  • Coordination of Customs Exams
  • Cargo Insurance
  • FDA Prior Notice
  • Track and Trace
  • C-TPAT Certified
  • Importer Security Filing (ISF) 10+2, 5+2 ACI eHBL (eManifest Canada)
  • AES, ACE (USA)

Customs clearance and documentation

At ShipWise Logistics, we are well-versed in the intricate landscape of customs regulations and compliance, particularly within Canada and the US.

Our Customs Brokerage and Compliance Solutions are expertly crafted to streamline your import and export processes, ensuring that your goods move across international borders seamlessly and in strict compliance with the law.

We have a dedicated network of agents globally, ready to cover all your customs needs with precision and efficiency.

Our comprehensive service suite includes customs clearance, documentation services, and duty drawback programs, all managed by our experienced professionals who handle every detail to expedite the release and optimize the cost-effectiveness of your goods’ journey.

Tariff classification and valuation

We specialize in tariff classification and valuation, ensuring that your products are correctly categorized and assessed for duties and taxes.

Duty and tax optimization

0ur experts are well-versed in duty and tax optimization strategies, helping you minimize your financial obligations while remaining compliant with customs regulations.

Trade compliance and regulations

Navigating the ever-changing landscape of trade compliance and regulations can be challenging. ShipWise Logistics keeps you up to date and in full compliance with international trade laws.

Import and export licensing

We assist in obtaining import and export licenses, helping you meet the requirements of both your home country and the countries you’re doing business with.

Food and Drug Administration Prior Notice (FDA PN)

Products regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are subject to specific import requirements to ensure consumer protection. Our Customs Brokerage team is dedicated to ensuring your compliance with all U.S. and Canadian FDA import regulations by accurately submitting your information to the FDA. We have a track record of successfully clearing FDA-regulated imports for our clients, regardless of the carrier type or freight forwarder involved.

The FDA must receive and validate the pre-arrival Prior Notice within mode-specific time frames before arrival : 2 hours for highway, 4 hours for rail and air, and 8 hours for ocean shipments.

Duty Drawback

Duty drawback offers a significant opportunity for companies to reclaim refunds on duties, taxes, and fees paid on imported merchandise. This applies to goods that are either exported in the same or a similar condition, processed or assembled into a final product for export, or destroyed under customs supervision.

Surprisingly, only a minimal percentage of duties paid to the government are reclaimed. Many businesses are either unaware of their eligibility for duty recovery or unsure of how to proceed with the process. By filing for a duty drawback, you can effectively put cash back into your business. Our team of highly specialized duty drawback professionals successfully recovers millions of dollars for our clients every year.

Contact us today for more information on how we can assist you in claiming your duty drawbacks

Trade and customs consulting services

Our team of experts provides trade and customs consulting services to help you navigate the complexities of global trade. We offer guidance on a wide range of topics, from trade agreements to customs procedures.