Service fit
Your Customs Broker
As your Customs Broker and Remote Location Filer (RLF) in the United States, we operate five regional customs brokerage execution centers (Laredo, Detroit, Houston, Atlanta, and Los Angeles) this includes northern and southern border entries for imported goods. At Crane Worldwide Logistics, we can file entries in any port of entry in the United States as well as submitting all types of entries as your Customs Broker, including temporary importations, carnets, warehouse, and foreign trade zone entries and help you understand the relevant rules and regulations for customs clearance.
Network
Customs Brokerage support connected to Crane teams and partners across key trade lanes.
Execution
Milestone tracking and exception communication help teams manage risk.
Programs
Solutions can be configured around shipment profile, urgency, geography, and compliance needs.
Customs Brokerage Insights
Source-page guidance, market updates, and logistics intelligence related to customs brokerage.
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Explore the core capabilities Crane brings to Customs Brokerage.
Import / Export
As your Customs Broker and Remote Location Filer (RLF) in the United States, we operate five regional customs brokerage execution centers (Laredo, Detroit, Houston, Atlanta, and Los Angeles) this includes northern and southern border entries for imported goods. At Crane Worldwide Logistics, we can file entries in any port of entry in the United States as well as submitting all types of entries as your Customs Broker, including temporary importations, carnets, warehouse, and foreign trade zone entries and help you understand the relevant rules and regulations for customs clearance.
- Full customs brokerage service - all ports, all entry types, all PGAs, ISFs, In-Bonds
- Client-Centric - T&I planning, client-specific SOPs, QBRs
- Execution - Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Compliant
HTS Classification
Crane Worldwide Logistics customs brokerage services operate through an Automated Commercial Environment compliant technology platform and adhere to strict security criteria through its participation in the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism. At Crane - "pre-clearance" is standard, which is "wheels-up" for air shipments, and five days out from arrival for ocean freight. We also offer 24/7 services.
- Execution - Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Compliant
- Compliance - Policies & Procedures, On-Boarding, Auditing, Training, and Development
- Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) Certified, more information on US Customs & Border Protection C-TPAT program here
Duty Support
Crane Worldwide's global customs brokerage operations (including Canadian customs brokerage) offer a variety of services to both importers and exporters including but not limited to: Duty Management, VAT deferment set-up, temporary import and export management, landed cost management, classification projects, duty drawback, audit assessments. Global trade can be complicated, our customs experts are here to support your growing business and give you peace of mind.
- Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) Certified, more information on US Customs & Border Protection C-TPAT program here
- Integrated supply chain and "brokerage-only" services available
- Able to support after hours, weekend and holiday clearances
Related Industries
See the industries where Customs Brokerage supports complex logistics needs.
Government & Defense Logistics
Customs Brokerage supports government & defense logistics requirements through Crane's global logistics operating model.
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Customs Brokerage supports aerospace & defense logistics requirements through Crane's global logistics operating model.
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Automotive Logistics
Customs Brokerage supports automotive logistics requirements through Crane's global logistics operating model.
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Consumer Goods Logistics
Customs Brokerage supports consumer goods logistics requirements through Crane's global logistics operating model.
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Energy Logistics
Customs Brokerage supports energy logistics requirements through Crane's global logistics operating model.
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Operational strengths that help customers move freight with confidence.
Global Reach with Local Expertise
Customs Brokerage programs combine Crane's worldwide network with local operators who understand regional requirements.
Technology-Enabled Visibility
Shipment milestones, exception workflows, and reporting help teams make better operational decisions.
Configured Around Your Supply Chain
Crane aligns service design to freight profile, urgency, compliance, inventory, and customer experience requirements.
Featured Customs Brokerage Locations
Connect with Crane offices and gateways that support Customs Brokerage.
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Service FAQ
Customs Brokerage is appropriate when shipment profile, service level, compliance requirements, inventory risk, or customer commitments require a coordinated logistics program.
Yes. Crane can configure routing, visibility, documentation, warehousing, and escalation workflows around the customer requirement and lane.
Yes. Service pages are designed to connect freight, contract logistics, trade compliance, technology, industry programs, and location execution.
Air Freight
Air Freight Services
From door-to-door shipping and customs clearance to temperature-controlled and express options, we ensure your cargo arrives safely, on time, and compliant with all regulations.
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Battery Logistics: Shipping, Storage and Transportation
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Cargo Insurance
Cargo Insurance
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