INTERNATIONAL FREIGHT SERVICES INC
License: 250 (Permitted)
Est. 1971
About INTERNATIONAL FREIGHT SERVICES INC
International Freight Services, Inc. (IFS) is a licensed U.S. customs broker headquartered in South San Francisco, California, with over five decades of experience in customs brokerage and international freight logistics. Established in 1971 and operating under CBP filer code 250, IFS serves importers moving cargo through the Port of San Francisco, Oakland, and the broader Bay Area gateway. With a staff of 11–50 logistics professionals and a website at ifs-worldwide.com, IFS provides importers with hands-on customs clearance support backed by deep regulatory knowledge. Their South San Francisco location positions them well to handle trans-Pacific shipments arriving from Asia, a dominant trade lane through Northern California's ports.
International Freight Services, Inc. — known in the industry as IFS — has been a fixture in the Northern California customs brokerage community since 1971. Operating out of South San Francisco, CA 94080, the firm holds a CBP broker license under filer code 250 and has built a reputation over more than 50 years as a reliable partner for importers navigating U.S. customs requirements.
South San Francisco's proximity to the Port of Oakland — one of the busiest container ports on the West Coast — places IFS in a strategic position for importers bringing goods from Asia-Pacific markets, including China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia. The Bay Area serves as a major entry point for electronics, consumer goods, machinery, and industrial equipment, and IFS has the institutional experience to handle the customs clearance complexities that come with high-volume trans-Pacific trade.
IFS offers a full suite of customs brokerage services, including the preparation and filing of formal and informal customs entries, ISF (Importer Security Filing) submissions, classification of goods under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), and coordination with CBP on examinations, holds, and duty payment. The firm also provides freight forwarding services under its IFS Worldwide Logistics brand, making it a single-source resource for importers who want both customs clearance and cargo movement managed by the same team.
For importers searching for a customs broker near them in the Bay Area or Northern California, IFS represents an established option with deep local port knowledge. Whether you're a first-time importer unsure of what a customs broker does or an experienced supply chain manager looking for a dependable clearance partner, IFS brings decades of practical expertise to the table.
The firm can be reached directly at 650-222-8862 or via email at yfazzino@ifsworldwidelogistics.com. With a track record stretching back to 1971 and an active presence serving Bay Area importers, International Freight Services, Inc. continues to be a go-to customs brokerage resource in the South San Francisco logistics corridor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long has International Freight Services Inc been operating as a customs broker?
IFS was established in 1971, giving them over 50 years of experience in customs brokerage and international freight logistics in the Bay Area.
What ports does International Freight Services Inc primarily serve?
Based in South San Francisco, IFS is well-positioned to serve importers clearing cargo through the Port of Oakland and San Francisco International Airport, two major Northern California trade gateways for trans-Pacific shipments.
Does IFS handle both customs brokerage and freight forwarding?
Yes. Under their IFS Worldwide Logistics brand, they offer both customs brokerage and freight forwarding services, allowing importers to coordinate clearance and cargo movement through a single provider.