Our Services

01

U.S. Customs Clearance

OCEAN · AIR · RAIL

We handle the full customs entry process for all modes of transportation entering the United States. From entry preparation and classification to CBP submission and cargo release, CARGOTRON manages every step with precision.

• Formal and informal entry filing
• ABI/ACE electronic filing directly with CBP
• Cargo exam coordination and hold resolution
• Immediate and continuous release procedures
• Post-entry amendments and protests

02

ISF / 10+2 Filing

IMPORTER SECURITY FILING

The Importer Security Filing must be submitted no later than 24 hours before cargo is loaded at a foreign port. Late or inaccurate ISF filings result in penalties up to $10,000 per violation. We eliminate that risk entirely.

• Timely submission filed before the 24-hour deadline
• Data collection and verification from all parties
• ISF amendments and updates as shipment details change
• CBP penalty avoidance and hold prevention
• Carrier coordination for bill of lading matching

03

HTS Classification & Duty Review

HARMONIZED TARIFF SCHEDULE

Incorrect HTS classification is one of the most common and costly compliance errors in U.S. importing. We classify your goods accurately the first time and review duty rates to identify legal savings opportunities.

• Accurate 10-digit HTS classification for all commodities
• Section 301 tariff analysis and duty rate review
• First Sale and other valuation strategies
• Binding ruling requests with CBP
• Retroactive review of prior entries

04

Customs Bonds & Compliance Advisory

SINGLE-ENTRY AND CONTINUOUS BONDS

Every formal entry requires a customs bond. We arrange both single-entry and continuous bonds and provide ongoing compliance advisory to keep your import program on solid legal footing.

• Single-entry and continuous bond procurement
• Surety bond management and renewals
• CBP audit preparation and response
• Importer compliance program development
• Penalty mitigation and prior disclosure guidance

05

Foreign-Trade Zone Support

DUTY DEFERRAL AND REDUCTION

Foreign-Trade Zones allow qualifying importers to defer, reduce, or eliminate customs duties. We identify FTZ eligibility, manage the activation process, and handle all required filings.

• FTZ eligibility analysis for your commodity and volume
• Zone activation and admission documentation
• Weekly entry filing for FTZ merchandise
• Inverted tariff and manufacturing benefits analysis
• Coordination with FTZ operators and CBP

06

Partner Government Agency Coordination

FDA · USDA · EPA · FWS AND MORE

Many imports require clearance from agencies beyond CBP. Failing to meet PGA requirements is one of the leading causes of cargo holds. We proactively manage every agency requirement so your cargo moves without unnecessary delays.

• FDA Prior Notice and entry filing
• USDA APHIS permits and phytosanitary coordination
• EPA Form 3520 and 3540 for vehicles and engines
• Fish and Wildlife Service permits and CITES compliance
• CPSC, TTB, and other agency coordination as required