About EARTH CUSTOMS INC
Earth Customs Inc is a licensed U.S. customs broker based in Rolling Hills Estates, California, operating under filer code AP4. Part of the Earth Services family of companies, the firm provides comprehensive customs brokerage and trade consulting services for importers throughout the Los Angeles region. Their integrated service model combines customs clearance expertise with coordinated air and ocean freight capabilities, offering importers streamlined supply chain solutions from origin to final delivery.
Earth Customs Inc operates as a licensed customs broker in Rolling Hills Estates, California, strategically positioned to serve the extensive import community throughout the Los Angeles metropolitan area and Southern California corridor. With filer code AP4, the company functions as part of a broader logistics ecosystem that includes Earth Cargo Inc. and Earth Consulting Inc., providing importers with integrated trade and transportation services.
For businesses searching for a customs broker in Los Angeles, Earth Customs offers particular value through its proximity to the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach—two of the nation's busiest container ports handling significant volumes of imports from Asia-Pacific trading partners. The firm's location in the South Bay area positions it to efficiently process customs entries for goods arriving via ocean freight, while maintaining expertise in air freight clearances through Los Angeles International Airport.
The company's service model addresses what a customs broker does for modern importers: managing regulatory compliance, preparing and filing customs entries, coordinating duty payments, and navigating the complexities of U.S. Customs and Border Protection requirements. Earth Customs provides consulting services that help importers optimize their trade operations, from tariff classification review to compliance program development. Their agriculture services capability suggests experience with USDA and FDA regulated commodities, which require specialized knowledge beyond standard customs procedures.
Importers working with Earth Customs benefit from coordinated freight and clearance services, reducing the complexity of managing multiple vendors. Whether companies need a customs broker in Los Angeles for high-volume ocean container programs or expedited air freight clearances for time-sensitive shipments, the firm's integrated approach streamlines the import process. Their consulting division offers strategic guidance on supply chain optimization, duty mitigation strategies, and regulatory compliance—services that extend beyond transactional brokerage to support long-term business growth in international trade.
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What ports does Earth Customs Inc serve in the Los Angeles area?
Earth Customs is strategically located to serve the Port of Los Angeles, Port of Long Beach, and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) for both ocean and air freight customs clearances throughout Southern California.
Does Earth Customs handle coordinated freight and clearance services?
Yes, Earth Customs operates as part of the Earth Services family of companies, which includes Earth Cargo Inc. for freight forwarding and Earth Consulting Inc., allowing them to provide integrated logistics and customs clearance solutions.
What types of regulated commodities can Earth Customs clear?
Earth Customs has specific expertise in agriculture-related imports requiring USDA clearance, as well as FDA-regulated food and beverage products that require additional partner government agency coordination.
How can I contact Earth Customs Inc for a clearance quote?
You can reach Earth Customs at (310) 670-7300 or through their clearance quote request form on their website. They are located at 28441 Highridge Road in Rolling Hills Estates, CA.