D. T. Gruelle Company Group, LLC
License: NVY (Permitted)
About D. T. Gruelle Company Group, LLC
D. T. Gruelle Company Group, LLC is a licensed U.S. customs broker located in Moon Township, Pennsylvania, serving importers and exporters with over 40 years of experience. Operating from their facility at 301 Moon Clinton Road, the company specializes in customs brokerage for regulated industries including ITAR-controlled defense articles, pharmaceuticals, and humanitarian shipments. Their comprehensive service portfolio includes freight forwarding, Foreign Trade Zone consulting, and compliance programs including C-TPAT and CMMC certification. D. T. Gruelle combines customs expertise with specialized logistics capabilities to support importers navigating complex regulatory requirements.
D. T. Gruelle Company Group, LLC operates as a full-service customs broker and freight forwarder from Moon Township, Pennsylvania, strategically positioned near Pittsburgh International Airport. With more than four decades of experience in international trade compliance, the company has developed particular expertise in handling sensitive and highly regulated cargo types that require specialized customs knowledge.
For importers searching for a customs broker with expertise in controlled goods, D. T. Gruelle maintains comprehensive capabilities in ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations), BIS (Bureau of Industry and Security), ATF (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives), and PHMSA (Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration) compliance. This regulatory expertise extends to pharmaceutical and cold-chain imports, where temperature-controlled logistics and FDA compliance intersect with customs clearance requirements. The company also provides specialized services for art transport, pet transport, and humanitarian operations requiring expedited clearance and specialized handling.
What sets D. T. Gruelle apart in the customs broker landscape is their integration of compliance consulting with traditional brokerage services. Their CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) certification signals their commitment to protecting sensitive data for defense contractors and aerospace clients. The company's C-TPAT membership demonstrates validated supply chain security practices important for importers concerned with cargo security and reduced examination rates. Their expertise in establishing and managing Foreign Trade Zones provides importers with duty deferral and reduction opportunities that can significantly impact landed costs.
Located in Moon Township, the brokerage serves importers throughout Pennsylvania and the broader Mid-Atlantic region, with particular strength supporting manufacturers and research institutions requiring specialized regulatory expertise. Whether you're looking for a customs broker in New York, searching for expertise in controlled goods clearance, or need a broker who understands the complexities of pharmaceutical imports, D. T. Gruelle's specialized capabilities and proven track record make them a valuable partner for importers with complex compliance requirements. Their office operates Monday through Friday from 7am to 5pm, providing responsive support during critical clearance windows.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does D. T. Gruelle Company Group handle ITAR-controlled imports?
Yes, D. T. Gruelle specializes in ITAR compliance and clearance of defense articles, munitions, and other controlled goods regulated by the State Department's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.
What are D. T. Gruelle's office hours in Moon Township?
Their Moon Township office operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time. You can reach them at 412-262-2755 or dtg@dtgruelle.com.
Can D. T. Gruelle help establish a Foreign Trade Zone for my company?
Yes, the company provides consulting services for establishing Foreign Trade Zones, including application assistance, compliance management, and ongoing FTZ operations support to help importers reduce duty costs.
Does this customs broker handle pharmaceutical imports?
Yes, D. T. Gruelle has specialized capabilities in pharmaceutical and cold-chain imports, including temperature-controlled logistics coordination and FDA compliance alongside customs clearance.