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About Us - Cordaro Shipping Co., Inc.

A Family Tradition of Excellence in U.S. Customs Brokerage & International Logistics Since 1996.

Our Legacy

Over 30 Years of Trusted Global Logistics & Trade Compliance

Founded in 1996 in Hoboken, NJ, Cordaro Shipping Co., Inc. was built on a firm promise: to deliver reliable, compliant, and personal logistics solutions for businesses navigating the complexities of international trade. Over the past three decades, we have evolved into a full-service global logistics provider with strategic gateway offices positioned across both the East and West Coasts of the United States.

As a licensed U.S. Customs Broker and CTPAT-certified partner, we specialize in bridging overseas suppliers with U.S. importers. Our licensed experts work directly with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clear cargo swiftly, eliminate unexpected landed costs, and uphold the highest standard of regulatory compliance.

Direct CBP Automated Filing

Direct ABI transmission for immediate ISF 10+2 and formal customs entries.

Multilingual Global Team

Fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian to serve overseas buyers & factories.

U.S. Licensed Customs Broker

Full authority to represent importers before U.S. CBP and partner government agencies (FDA, USDA, DOT).

CTPAT Certified Partner

Validated supply chain security protocols offering prioritized customs processing and reduced risk of holds.

Global Logistics Network

Seamless door-to-door ocean FCL/LCL, air freight, and drayage spanning 100+ trading countries.

Growth History

Key Milestones in Our Journey

From our origins as a local customs office in 1996 to a coast-to-coast international logistics company.

1996

Founded in Hoboken, New Jersey as a dedicated U.S. customs brokerage committed to personalized client care.

2006

Relocated corporate headquarters to Staten Island, NY, expanding ocean and air import operations.

Expansion

Opened our Lynbrook, Long Island office to serve the growing New York air cargo and trade gateway demand.

West Coast

Established our Diamond Bar, California facility to manage major ocean gateways in Los Angeles and Long Beach.

Today

Celebrating over 30 years of excellence, processing thousands of compliant international shipments every year.

Our Philosophy

Driven by Core Corporate Principles

We build long-lasting trade relationships grounded in trust, expertise, and round-the-clock dedication.

Family Values

We treat every client as an essential business partner. Your operational success is our family’s highest priority.

Absolute Integrity

Rigorous regulatory adherence, clear duty calculations, and total transparency on every single bill of lading.

Personalized Attention

No automated call centers. You work directly with licensed brokers and logistics coordinators assigned to your account.

Global E-E-A-T Expertise

Decades of practical experience solving complex tariff classifications (HTS), quotas, anti-dumping duties, and customs bonds.

E-E-A-T Authority & Security

Verified Industry Accreditations

Protecting your international supply chain with verified certifications and direct government interface capabilities.

Licensed U.S. Customs Brokerage

Our licensed brokers are authorized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to conduct customs business across all United States ports of entry.

  • Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) expert classification
  • Single Entry and Continuous Customs Bond management
  • Partner Government Agency (FDA, USDA, EPA, FCC) filings
  • Duty drawback, ruling requests, and post-summary corrections

CTPAT Security Certified

As an active Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) partner, we strictly observe U.S. government supply chain security protocols.

  • Reduced inspection rates at U.S. ocean ports & borders
  • Front-of-the-line priority processing for physical exams
  • Enhanced cargo security monitoring from origin to release
  • Validated trust status with global logistics carriers