Do I need a licensed customs broker to import goods into the United States?

Importers may legally file their own entries, but most commercial shipments valued over USD 2,500 require a formal entry supported by a customs bond, correct HTS classification, valuation and duty payment. A licensed U.S. customs broker prepares and transmits these filings to CBP on your behalf, reducing the risk of delays, holds and penalties.

What is ISF (10+2) and when must it be filed?

The Importer Security Filing (ISF, also called 10+2) is required for ocean cargo destined for the United States. It must be submitted to U.S. Customs and Border Protection at least 24 hours before the cargo is loaded onto the vessel at the foreign port. Late, inaccurate or missing filings can result in liquidated damages of up to USD 5,000 per violation.

Should I ship FCL or LCL?

Full Container Load (FCL) is usually more cost-effective when your cargo fills most of a 20-foot or 40-foot container and offers faster handling with less risk of damage. Less than Container Load (LCL) consolidates smaller shipments with other cargo, so you pay only for the space you use. Our team compares both options based on volume, weight, transit time and budget.

Which U.S. gateways does Cordaro Shipping serve?

Our New York offices in Staten Island and Lynbrook support cargo moving through the Port of New York and New Jersey and East Coast airports, while our Diamond Bar, California office supports West Coast cargo through the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Through our partner network we coordinate shipments to and from more than 100 countries.

What does CTPAT certification mean for my shipments?

CTPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) is a voluntary U.S. CBP supply chain security program. As a CTPAT-certified partner, Cordaro Shipping has been validated against CBP security criteria, giving importers and overseas suppliers greater confidence that their cargo is handled through a secure, compliant process.

Which languages does your team speak?

Our multilingual staff communicates fluently in English, Spanish and Italian, helping overseas suppliers and buyers resolve documentation and shipment questions clearly and quickly.

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Under FOB (Free on Board), the Chinese supplier is only responsible for loading the goods onto the ocean vessel at the origin port (e.g., Shanghai or Shenzhen). The buyer assumes all costs, risks, ocean transport, customs clearance, duties, and inland drayage upon departure. Under DDP (Delivered Duty Paid), the logistics service supplier handles the complete end-to-end chain—including ocean freight, customs brokerage, tariffs, import taxes, and final delivery to your warehouse door—providing a single, predictable landed cost per unit.

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