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Dunavant Logistics Group, LLC

Memphis TN

License: A96 (Permitted)

Memphis, TN
4 specialties
CBP Permitted

About Dunavant Logistics Group, LLC

Dunavant Logistics Group, LLC is a fifth-generation, family-owned customs brokerage and logistics company based in Memphis, Tennessee. With over 50 years of experience managing international supply chains, Dunavant operates as a licensed customs broker, freight forwarder, non-vessel-operating common carrier (NVOCC), and licensed air forwarder. The company maintains strategic terminals across major U.S. ports and provides comprehensive customs brokerage services supporting agriculture, automotive, chemical, food and beverage, manufacturing, and retail sectors.

Dunavant Logistics Group, LLC operates as a licensed U.S. customs broker from its Memphis, Tennessee headquarters with a legacy rooted in the global cotton trade era. As a fifth-generation, family-owned logistics powerhouse, Dunavant brings over 50 years of expertise in managing complex international supply chains for importers seeking reliable customs clearance services.

For businesses searching for a customs broker in Memphis or throughout the Mid-South region, Dunavant offers comprehensive import compliance services backed by deep industry knowledge. The company holds multiple federal licenses including customs broker authorization, freight forwarder credentials, NVOCC status, and air forwarder certification. This multi-modal capability allows Dunavant to manage shipments from origin to final destination, providing end-to-end visibility that importers require.

Dunavant's operational footprint extends beyond Memphis to include strategic drayage terminals in major gateway cities including Norfolk, Charleston, Savannah, Jacksonville, Nashville, Houston, Pasadena, and Dallas. This geographic reach enables the company to serve clients with diverse entry point requirements, whether importing through East Coast ports, Gulf Coast facilities, or managing cross-border operations. The company operates dedicated warehousing facilities in Houston and Laredo, positioning them particularly well for U.S.-Mexico cross-border operations and Texas customs clearance needs.

The brokerage division serves multiple industry verticals with specialized knowledge in agriculture, automotive aftermarket, chemicals, food and beverage, hazardous materials, lumber, manufacturing, raw materials, and retail. This sector-specific expertise helps importers navigate commodity-specific regulations, ensuring compliant customs entries and efficient clearance processes. Dunavant's acquisition of John M. Brining Co., Inc. further strengthened their customs brokerage capabilities and industry relationships.

Importers benefit from Dunavant's integrated service model that combines customs brokerage with 3PL and 4PL supply chain management, providing transparency and visibility throughout the import process. Whether you need a customs broker in Houston, support for Laredo Texas border crossings, or comprehensive logistics management, Dunavant's established infrastructure and family-owned commitment to client relationships position them as a substantial customs brokerage resource.

Specialties

Services

Customs Entry Preparation and Filing ISF (Importer Security Filing) Freight Forwarding (Ocean and Air) NVOCC Services U.S.-Mexico Cross-Border Brokerage Drayage and Port Services Warehousing and Distribution 3PL/4PL Supply Chain Management

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dunavant Logistics Group provide customs brokerage services outside of Memphis?

Yes, Dunavant operates drayage terminals and provides customs brokerage services at multiple U.S. ports including Norfolk, Charleston, Savannah, Jacksonville, Houston, and Dallas. They also specialize in U.S.-Mexico cross-border operations with warehousing facilities in Laredo, Texas.

What industries does Dunavant Logistics Group specialize in for customs brokerage?

Dunavant serves multiple sectors including agriculture, automotive aftermarket, chemicals, food and beverage, hazardous materials, lumber, manufacturing, raw materials, and retail. Their 50+ years of experience provides specialized knowledge across these commodity types.

Can Dunavant handle both ocean and air freight customs clearance?

Yes, Dunavant is licensed as both a freight forwarder and air forwarder, and operates as an NVOCC. They provide customs brokerage services for shipments arriving by ocean, air, and ground transportation including cross-border truck movements from Mexico.

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