If you find yourself expanding your business to the international market, If you want to import or export merchandise to the United States, Or even if you already import or export goods to the United States but have had various setbacks before doing so:
Envoy will help you in the process of crossing your goods across international borders, passing customs successfully and efficiently with its different solutions.
If you find yourself expanding your business to the international market, If you want to import or export merchandise to the United States, Or even if you already import or export goods to the United States but have had various setbacks before doing so:
Envoy will help you in the process of crossing your goods across international borders, passing customs successfully and efficiently with its different solutions.
Imports
Exports
In-Bonds
Cold Storage
Imports
Customs Clearance
Customs clearance is mandatory for all imports into the United States, whether they arrive by ocean, air, truck, or passenger baggage.
The process involves submitting a customs 3461 Entry for goods release and a 7501 customs entry summary detailing import duties payable to CBP.
Additionally, customs brokers coordinate any required x-ray or physical exams mandated by customs, which can be random or targeted.
Goods valued over $2,500 dollars or requiring clearance from Partnered Government Agencies like FDA, EPA, or USDA must undergo Formal Entry filing, which necessitates a customs bond to ensure compliance with US Customs obligations and protect their financial interests.
What is the FDA?
The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) oversees the importation of food and beverage products into the United States, alongside U.S. Customs requirements.
Food products are categorized by types such as Live, Frozen, Dried, and Preserved, each with specific import requirements regulated by the FDA.
Importers must ensure that all food manufacturers they purchase from are FDA registered, and the importers themselves may need FDA registration as well.
ENVOY specializes in importing a variety of food products, including fresh fruits, vegetables, frozen, or canned foods.
Importation is governed not only by the FDA but also by other agencies like USDA or Fish and Wildlife, depending on the specific product.
To facilitate the process, it's recommended to contact ENVOY well in advance if planning to import food products into the U.S., as registering food manufacturers and importers with the FDA typically takes 2-3 weeks. Depending on the product, additional permits or licenses from USDA or Fish and Wildlife may be necessary.
ENVOY offers services for FDA, USDA, and Fish and Wildlife declarations and clearances, along with handling U.S. Customs entries for these government agencies.
FDA Import Services:
Exports
In-Bonds
In-bond shipments involve goods entering a destination port without immediate customs clearance. Instead, they are stored in a bonded warehouse or transferred to another customs-controlled area within the same country. This defers duty and tax payments until final importation, offering businesses flexibility in inventory management and cost savings.
Handling in-bond shipments requires strict adherence to customs regulations:
Detailed records specifying the goods' origin, destination, and reason for their in-bond status must accompany each shipment.
Businesses must report the movement of in-bond goods to customs authorities at every stage, from arrival to departure or final importation.
Goods must be stored or transported only through facilities authorized by customs, ensuring secure and proper management until duties are paid or they are exported.
Cold Storage
At our cold storage facility, we specialize in the storage and handling of goods that require controlled temperature environments to preserve their quality and integrity.
Here’s what we offer:
Our facilities are equipped with refrigeration or freezing capabilities to accommodate perishable goods such as fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy products, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and other items sensitive to temperature variations.
We maintain precise temperature, humidity, and ventilation settings tailored to the unique requirements of each product. This ensures optimal conditions to prevent spoilage, degradation, or contamination during storage.
We adhere to safe handling practices to minimize temperature fluctuations during the loading and unloading processes. Our services include repackaging, labeling, and preparing goods for distribution to maintain product quality.
We strictly adhere to regulatory requirements and industry standards, including food safety regulations set by FDA and USDA, ensuring full compliance with all applicable regulations.
Security is paramount. We implement stringent measures including access controls, surveillance systems, and alarms to safeguard stored goods against theft, tampering, or unauthorized access.
We offer tailored storage conditions and services to meet the specific needs of our clients, accommodating diverse product requirements, customer preferences, and the demands of the supply chain.
Our commitment is to provide reliable cold storage solutions that preserve product freshness, extend shelf life, and uphold the highest standards of quality and safety throughout the storage and distribution process.
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