About Katharine Kormienko
Katharine Kormienko is a CBP-licensed customs broker based in Miramar, Florida, operating under filer code 9JM. Located in the greater Miami metro area, she brings specialized expertise in trade compliance and Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations — a background developed through her role as a Compliance & FTZ Specialist at Pacifix Planet Freight Solutions. Miramar's proximity to Miami International Airport and PortMiami positions her to serve importers moving goods across Latin America, the Caribbean, and beyond. She can be reached directly at 954-870-9380 for inquiries related to customs clearance, entry preparation, and compliance matters.
Katharine Kormienko holds an active CBP customs broker license (filer code 9JM) and operates out of Miramar, Florida — a logistics hub situated just minutes from Miami International Airport and within close reach of PortMiami, one of the busiest cargo ports in the United States. For importers searching for a customs broker in Miami or the broader South Florida region, Kormienko offers a technically grounded perspective shaped by hands-on compliance and Foreign Trade Zone experience.
Her professional background at Pacifix Planet Freight Solutions, where she served as a Compliance & FTZ Specialist, reflects a depth of knowledge that goes beyond routine entry filing. FTZ expertise is particularly valuable for companies seeking to defer, reduce, or eliminate customs duties on goods that are manipulated, manufactured, or re-exported within designated zones. This makes her a relevant resource for businesses evaluating FTZ benefits as part of a broader import cost strategy.
Miramar's position within the South Florida trade corridor means Kormienko is well-situated to handle shipments moving through Miami — a gateway historically linked to Latin American and Caribbean import lanes. Importers bringing in consumer goods, electronics, textiles, or other commercial merchandise through MIA or PortMiami will find her geographic positioning advantageous for timely clearance and direct communication.
Core customs brokerage services typically associated with a licensed broker at her level include customs entry preparation, Importer Security Filing (ISF), ACE filing, classification and valuation review, and coordination with CBP on holds or exam releases. Her compliance background adds a layer of value for importers who need help building or auditing internal import procedures, ensuring HTS classification accuracy, or managing the documentation requirements that come with regulated commodities.
For businesses new to importing through South Florida or those looking to optimize an existing import program, Katharine Kormienko represents a licensed, locally accessible customs broker with a technical compliance foundation. Contact her directly at 954-870-9380 to discuss your specific import requirements.
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What is Katharine Kormienko's customs broker filer code?
Her CBP-assigned filer code is 9JM. This code is used to identify her as the filing party on customs entries submitted through ACE.
Does Katharine Kormienko have experience with Foreign Trade Zones?
Yes. Her professional background includes serving as a Compliance & FTZ Specialist, making her a knowledgeable resource for importers evaluating or operating within Foreign Trade Zones in the South Florida area.