Discover essential FTZ services that streamline international trade management, enhance efficiency, and optimize your trade strategies.
Services and Features
- Defer or eliminate import duties and reduce merchandise processing fees
- Navigate complex U.S. Customs and FTZ Board regulations with full-service customs brokerage and compliance support
- Improve inventory control, manage assembly, and optimize import/export processes within secure FTZ environments
- Align FTZ integration with business goals to lower supply chain costs and expand international trade opportunities
FAQ
What is a Foreign Trade Zone, and how does it work?
A foreign trade zone is a secure area within the United States considered outside of the country’s official customs territory. Companies can store, assemble, or manufacture goods there before they pay duties, tariffs,taxes, and fees. This process gives businesses more flexibility, reduces costs, and aligns with global international trade practices. The foreign trade zone program is approved and monitored by the FTZ Board, working alongside US Customs to monitor FTZ operations.
How can Worldwide Logistics assist with Foreign Trade Zone services?
Worldwide Logistics offers specialized services that help companies manage complex requirements. From customs brokerage and filing with US Customs to coordinating with the FTZ Board, our experts assist companies through every stage of the foreign trade zone program. We also provide training for client teams, ensuring they understand compliance and daily processes like product classification, shipment movements, and paying the correct duties when required.
Why should companies consider using an FTZ program?
Activating a facility as a Foreign Trade Zone can unlock significant financial and operational advantages for businesses engaged in importing, manufacturing, and distribution. Worldwide Logistics adds value by offering expert services, training, and ongoing support.
FTZ Consulting Services with Worldwide Logistics Group
At Worldwide Logistics Group, our foreign trade zone solutions are designed to help companies maximize efficiency, improve cash flow, and simplify import and export processes. By leveraging FTZ benefits, companies can defer duties, lower supply chain costs, and ensure streamlined compliance with government agencies and US Customs requirements.
What is a Foreign Trade Zone
A Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) is a designated site within the United States where imported goods can be stored, processed, or manufactured prior to duty payment. Companies across retail, manufacturing, and distribution leverage FTZs to reduce costs and enhance competitiveness. By operating in an FTZ, businesses can benefit from tariff deferral, streamlined inventory management, and the ability to re-export goods without incurring duties or tariffs.
Reducing Merchandise Processing Fees and Other Costs
Operating in an FTZ helps businesses minimize merchandise processing fees, potentially achieve lower duty rates via inverted tariff benefits, and benefit from state and local tax benefits when applicable.
Bonded Warehouse and FTZ Storage Capabilities
Worldwide Logistics helps our clients activate both bonded warehouse facilities and advanced FTZs. Both options allow businesses to establish smarter storage strategies that protect clients from excess duties, taxes, and fees.
Why Choose Worldwide Logistics Group?
Worldwide Logistics delivers unmatched expertise in FTZ feasibility, implementation, and activation. Our team has partnered with clients to activate some of the largest FTZ facilities in the U.S. With deep experience in Inventory Control and Recordkeeping Systems (ICRS) and hands-on knowledge of the activation process, we help clients navigate every challenge with confidence and efficiency.
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