Customs Brokerage Services

Every filing completed in 30 minutes. Every entry $100. No surcharges, no surprises.

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Customs brokerage is the professional service of filing customs entries, classifying goods, calculating duties, and managing regulatory compliance on behalf of importers. Licensed customs brokers use CBP's Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) system to electronically file entry documents and communicate with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Greenwich Mercantile provides customs brokerage at a flat rate of $100 per filing.

What's Included in Every Filing

Entry Filing

We prepare and submit your customs entry to CBP — entry summary, classification, value declaration, and all supporting documentation. Every entry is filed within 30 minutes of receiving your documents.

HTS Classification

Accurate tariff classification under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule. We review your product specifications against the full HTS schedule to ensure you're paying the correct duty rate — not a dollar more than required.

ISF Filing

Importer Security Filing (10+2) submitted 24 hours before vessel loading, as required by CBP. Late or inaccurate ISF filings carry penalties of $5,000 per violation. We file every ISF on time, every time.

PGA Filings

Partner Government Agency submissions for FDA, USDA, EPA, CPSC, and other regulatory bodies. If your product requires government agency clearance, it's included in your $100 filing fee. No surcharges.

Duty Calculation

Precise duty and fee calculation based on transaction value, HTS classification, country of origin, and applicable trade programs. We identify duty reduction opportunities including free trade agreements and tariff exemptions.

Compliance Monitoring

Ongoing monitoring of tariff changes, trade actions, and regulatory updates that affect your products. When rates change or new requirements take effect, we notify you before your next shipment — not after.

Getting Started Is Simple.

1

Book a 30-minute consultation.

We learn your business — what you're shipping, where it's coming from, and what compliance requirements apply to your products.

2

We set you up.

You get a self-service portal to submit and track filings. Or just email us your documents — whatever's easier for you. We handle the power of attorney and customs bond setup.

3

We handle it from here.

Fast filings. Accurate classifications. Ongoing tariff optimization. Every entry filed in 30 minutes, every entry $100. You focus on your business.

Transparent Pricing

$100 per filing. All-inclusive. No surcharges.

Most customs brokers quote a low entry fee, then add surcharges for everything else. ISF filing, PGA submissions, classification reviews, after-hours work — the add-ons can double or triple your cost per entry. Greenwich Mercantile charges one flat fee that covers everything.

Fee Greenwich Mercantile Typical Broker
Entry filing $100 $150 – $250
ISF surcharge $0 $35 – $65
PGA surcharge (FDA, USDA, etc.) $0 $25 – $75 per agency
Classification fee $0 $50 – $150
After-hours processing $0 $75 – $200

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is customs brokerage?

Customs brokerage is the process of clearing imported goods through U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). A licensed customs broker acts as your representative before CBP — filing entry documents, classifying your products under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, calculating duties and fees, and ensuring compliance with all government agency requirements. Federal law requires that only licensed customs brokers may transact customs business on behalf of importers. Without a broker, you must navigate CBP's regulatory framework yourself, which exposes you to delays, penalties, and seizures.

How much does customs brokerage cost?

Greenwich Mercantile charges a flat $100 per filing — any product, any size shipment, any U.S. port. There are no surcharges for ISF filing, PGA submissions, after-hours work, or HTS classification. Most traditional brokers charge $150 to $250 per entry plus additional fees for ISF ($35–$65), PGA filings ($25–$75 each), classification reviews ($50–$150), and after-hours processing ($75–$200). Those surcharges add up fast. With Greenwich Mercantile, you know exactly what you'll pay before your cargo moves.

How fast are entries filed?

Greenwich Mercantile files every entry within 30 minutes of receiving complete documentation. Most traditional brokers take 24 to 48 hours. Faster filing means faster cargo release, lower demurrage and detention charges, and fewer supply chain disruptions. Our 30-minute guarantee applies to all entries regardless of product type, port, or time of day.

Do you handle FDA/USDA filings?

Yes. Greenwich Mercantile handles all Partner Government Agency (PGA) filings — including FDA prior notice, USDA APHIS permits, EPA TSCA certifications, and CPSC product safety filings. PGA compliance is included in the $100 per entry fee. There is no additional surcharge for government agency submissions. If your product requires regulatory clearance from any U.S. government agency, we handle it as part of your entry.

How do I switch brokers?

Switching customs brokers is straightforward. Book a 30-minute consultation with Greenwich Mercantile. We collect your product details, shipping patterns, and compliance requirements. We then handle the paperwork — including filing a new power of attorney and notifying your previous broker. Most importers are fully transitioned within one business day. There is no penalty for switching brokers, and you retain ownership of all your customs records.

Stop Overpaying for Customs Brokerage.

Book a free 30-minute consultation. We'll review your current brokerage costs and show you exactly how much you can save with flat-rate, all-inclusive pricing.

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