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Navigating U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations requires specialized expertise, precision, and absolute compliance. ShipLilly acts as your dedicated licensed customs broker, managing every step of the entry process to protect your cargo from costly delays, holds, and regulatory fines.
Whether you are importing commercial cargo via ocean or air from Asia, Europe, or Latin America, our team delivers automated Remote Location Filing (RLF), duty optimization, and direct coordination with government agencies across all primary U.S. ports of entry.
Direct Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) integration with CBP for rapid port release.
Expert tariff classification under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule to ensure legally compliant duty rates.
Timely ocean Importer Security Filing (10+2) to avoid automatic CBP liquidated damage penalties.
Designed for global manufacturers, exporters, and buyers requiring dependable clearance into the United States.
Mandatory electronic filing required for ocean cargo heading to the U.S., processed at least 24 hours prior to foreign vessel loading.
Precise determination of product tariff schedules to minimize duties legally while ensuring full compliance with CBP rulings.
Securing mandatory customs bonds required by CBP for formal entries to guarantee payment of duties and taxes.
Expert coordination with regulatory bodies including FDA, USDA, EPA, DOT, and CPSC for specialized commodities.
Admitting merchandise into Foreign Trade Zones or bonded warehouses to defer duty payment until goods enter commercial channels.
Electronic submission capabilities allowing seamless customs entry across all sea ports, airports, and border crossings in the United States.
Missing or inaccurate commercial documents account for over 80% of customs holds and port storage penalties. Ensure your supplier prepares these vital records prior to shipment export.
Detailed itemization showing seller, buyer, product description, unit value, currency, and purchase terms (Incoterms).
Exact piece counts, net/gross weights, container numbers, and box dimensions corresponding to the commercial invoice.
The legal carriage contract and title document specifying cargo ownership, routing, and carrier instructions.
10 core data elements provided by the importer and 2 data elements provided by the ocean carrier submitted electronically.
| Feature | Single-Entry Bond | Continuous Bond |
|---|---|---|
| Import Frequency | Best for 1-2 shipments per year | Ideal for 3+ shipments per year |
| Coverage Scope | Valid for one specific entry at one port | Valid for all entries across all U.S. ports |
| Cost Efficiency | Charged per shipment value ($ / thousand) | Flat annual fee (unlimited entries) |
| ISF Bond Inclusion | Requires separate ISF bond filing | Includes ISF filing coverage automatically |
| Processing Speed | Underwritten per entry | Pre-approved for instant filing |
Operating under strict E-E-A-T principles, our licensed brokerage team protects your supply chain with proven regulatory expertise.
Decades of experience working directly with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, handling complex trade regimes and regulatory requirements.
Direct EDI filing ensures pre-arrival clearance for ocean and air shipments, minimizing demurrage, storage, and detention fees.
Comprehensive auditing of trade documents, valuation, country of origin markings, and HTS classifications to prevent post-entry audits.
Practical insights from our compliance officers to clear up common regulatory questions.
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