About HOSFORD INTERNATIONAL INC
Hosford International Inc is a licensed customs broker based in Erie, Pennsylvania, operating since 1965. As Erie's oldest customs broker, the company specializes in customs brokerage, freight forwarding, and international trade compliance services. With over 110 years of combined staff experience, Hosford International provides personalized service for both import and export shipments, focusing on attention to detail and responsiveness that large logistics providers often cannot match.
Established in 1965, Hosford International Inc has served as Erie's oldest and most experienced customs broker for nearly six decades. Licensed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection with filer code 570, the company serves the Port of Erie and surrounding Pennsylvania region with comprehensive customs brokerage and freight forwarding services.
For businesses searching for a customs broker in Pennsylvania or the Great Lakes region, Hosford International offers a compelling alternative to larger customs broker operations found in major gateway cities like New York, Los Angeles, or Miami. The firm's staff brings over 110 years of combined experience in international trade, ensuring that both routine and complex shipments receive expert handling from origin to destination.
Hosford International's service model emphasizes customized solutions rather than one-size-fits-all approaches common among larger logistics providers. Whether you're importing machinery through the Port of Erie, arranging international ocean freight, or navigating complex customs compliance requirements, the company provides the expertise typically associated with customs brokers in major markets like Chicago or Houston, with the personalized attention of a regional specialist.
The company's customs brokerage services include complete entry preparation, ISF filing, duty drawback, customs bonds, and trade compliance consulting. Their freight forwarding capabilities cover both import and export movements, with marine insurance coordination and customized logistics programs tailored to each client's specific requirements. Located at 3939 West Ridge Road in Erie, Hosford International maintains the kind of long-term client relationships that define successful customs brokerage operations.
For Pennsylvania importers and exporters seeking what a customs broker does—facilitating compliant entry of goods, minimizing duties where possible, and ensuring smooth customs clearance—Hosford International delivers these core services with the efficiency and knowledge gained from decades of operation in the international trade industry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What ports does Hosford International serve as a customs broker?
Hosford International primarily serves the Port of Erie, Pennsylvania, where they have been licensed as a customs broker since 1973. They handle both import and export shipments through this Great Lakes port and surrounding Pennsylvania region.
How long has Hosford International been in business?
Hosford International was established in 1965 and has been providing customs brokerage and freight forwarding services for nearly 60 years. They became licensed as a customs broker in 1973, making them Erie's oldest customs brokerage operation.
What makes Hosford International different from larger customs brokers?
Hosford International emphasizes customized, personalized service with attention to detail that larger logistics companies often cannot provide. With over 110 years of combined staff experience, they offer expert handling of international shipments with responsiveness and direct client relationships.
Does Hosford International handle both imports and exports?
Yes, Hosford International provides full-service customs brokerage and freight forwarding for both import and export shipments. They offer customized programs for each type of movement and handle all aspects of international shipping in both directions.