Explore our core international freight forwarding options, tailored for seamless DDP, FCL, and LCL transit from major Asian and European industrial centers to North American destinations.
In modern global trade, international freight forwarding is no longer merely moving cargo from Port A to Port B. It requires an integrated supply chain architecture connecting overseas manufacturing plants directly with U.S. commercial distribution centers.
We work directly with overseas production floors to synchronize cargo ready dates (CRD) with vessel schedules, eliminating unnecessary storage costs at export origin hubs.
Leveraging direct FMC service contracts with tier-one ocean alliances to secure space allocations, competitive spot/contract rates, and priority equipment access during peak season surges.
Operating with licensed U.S. Customs Brokers who handle electronic entry filings, HTS code verification, Section 301 duty calculations, and partner government agency (PGA) releases.
Navigating North American logistics corridors requires dedicated operational expertise tailored to specific U.S. entry points, inland intermodal networks, and regional warehouse clusters.
Serving as the primary trans-Pacific conduit for Asian industrial outputs, high-tech components, e-commerce goods, and consumer durables bound for West Coast regional distribution hubs.
Critical entry points for transatlantic trade lanes from Europe, Southeast Asian ocean routes via Suez, and Latin American maritime traffic directly into dense East Coast consumer markets.
Connecting coastal ocean terminals to America’s industrial heartland via Class-1 rail providers (BNSF, UP, CSX, NS), minimizing long-haul highway trucking friction and transit costs.
Staying ahead of regulatory shifts, tariff adjustments, and technological advancements is essential for maintaining resilient, cost-effective import pipelines into the United States.
With U.S. trade policy imposing specialized tariffs on foreign manufactured goods, precise Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification prevents overpayment of duties and avoids CBP penalty notices.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection requires the Importer Security Filing (ISF) to be transmitted 24 hours prior to foreign vessel loading. Our automated protocols safeguard importers from $5,000 liquidated damage claims.
As a validated CTPAT partner company, we offer U.S. importers significantly reduced CBP inspection rates, front-of-line examination handling, and accelerated release during port congestion events.
| Logistics Capability Parameter | Traditional Freight Forwarders | Cordaro Global Factory Supply Chain Solution |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Customs Filing Authority | Outsourced to 3rd-party brokers (delays & markup) | Direct Licensed U.S. Customs Broker in-house |
| ISF 10+2 Filing Compliance | Manual entry (risk of $5,000 late penalties) | Automated pre-departure clearance system |
| Security Certification | Standard commercial handling | Validated CTPAT Supply Chain Security Partner |
| U.S. Gateway Support | Single-coast regional representation | Dual-Coast Command (NY/NJ East & LA/LB West) |
| Language & Multilingual Service | English-only call desk | Multilingual Professionals (English, Spanish, Italian) |
For over four decades, Cordaro Shipping Co., Inc. has bridged the gap between foreign manufacturing entities and domestic U.S. trade networks, prioritizing accountability, regulatory compliance, and client profitability.
Founded on values of integrity and personal accountability, our company has navigated through decades of global trade evolution, containerization trends, and regulatory overhauls without losing our dedicated customer focus.
With strategic office installations in Staten Island (NY), Lynbrook (NY), and Diamond Bar (CA), our logistics coordinators manage active vessel arrivals, port drayage, and customs releases in real-time on both oceanic seaboards.
Trade is inherently global. Our operational staff communicates fluently in English, Spanish, and Italian, eliminating international communication friction between overseas factories and U.S. receiving teams.
Clear, authoritative insights to common questions encountered by global buyers, overseas factories, and procurement managers importing cargo into the United States.
While importers may legally file their own entries, commercial shipments valued over USD 2,500 generally require a formal entry supported by an official customs bond, accurate HTS classification, valuation, and duty payment. A licensed U.S. customs broker prepares and submits these electronic filings directly to CBP on your behalf, minimizing the risk of cargo holds, inspections, and costly demurrage fees.
The Importer Security Filing (ISF, commonly known as 10+2) is a mandatory U.S. Customs requirement for all maritime container shipments entering the United States. It must be successfully transmitted to CBP at least 24 hours prior to the cargo being loaded onto the vessel at the foreign port of export. Non-compliance or late filing can result in liquidated damages of $5,000 per violation.
Full Container Load (FCL) is optimal when your freight volume fills most of a 20-foot or 40-foot ocean container, offering faster ocean transit, reduced port handling, and lower risk of cargo damage. Less than Container Load (LCL) consolidates your shipment with other cargo, allowing you to pay exclusively for the cubic space (CBM) you utilize. Our team provides side-by-side cost analyses to determine the best choice based on volume, weight, and timeline.
Our East Coast headquarters in Staten Island and office in Lynbrook support cargo moving through the Port of New York and New Jersey as well as major East Coast air freight gateways (JFK, EWR). Our Diamond Bar office in California manages West Coast cargo moving through the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Through our global partner network, we coordinate shipments across 100+ countries nationwide.
CTPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) is a voluntary supply chain security program led by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. As a CTPAT-certified partner, Cordaro Shipping has satisfied rigorous security standards, resulting in significantly lower CBP examination rates, priority processing during inspections, and expedited cargo movement through U.S. ports of entry.
Demurrage and detention fees occur when containers remain at port terminals or warehouses past their permitted free time. We mitigate these costs by executing pre-clearance filings before vessel arrival, pre-ordering drayage chassis, monitoring container free time in real-time, and arranging fast off-dock drayage immediately upon vessel discharge.
Partner with an FMC-licensed NVOCC and licensed U.S. Customs Brokerage with over 40 years of proven trade compliance. Get competitive ocean freight rates, seamless DDP door-to-door logistics, and zero-headache customs releases.
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