About LAUFER GROUP INTERNATIONAL, LTD.
Laufer Group International, Ltd. is a full-service global logistics and customs brokerage firm headquartered at 20 Vesey Street in lower Manhattan, New York. Licensed by CBP under filer code MR5, Laufer provides customs entry preparation, importer security filing (ISF), ocean and air freight management, and purchase order tracking for importers across a broad range of industries. Their client base spans furniture, consumer goods, food, agriculture, fashion, healthcare, and dairy sectors. With offices beyond New York and a technology-forward approach to supply chain visibility, Laufer Group serves mid-to-large importers who require both operational expertise and strategic insight into the evolving trade environment.
Laufer Group International, Ltd. operates from its corporate headquarters at 20 Vesey Street, Suite 601, in New York, NY 10007 — a fitting base for one of the East Coast's established customs brokerage and global logistics firms. Licensed with CBP under filer code MR5, Laufer combines traditional customs expertise with modern technology to give importers clear visibility and control over their supply chains.
For importers navigating the complexities of how to import goods into the USA, Laufer's customs brokerage division handles every step of the clearance process. This includes customs entry preparation, HTS code classification against the harmonized tariff schedule, importer security filing (ISF) in compliance with CBP's 10+2 rule, and interaction with the ACE portal to manage entry submissions and release. Accurate HTS code lookup is central to the firm's compliance approach, ensuring clients pay the correct duties and avoid costly delays at the port.
New York's position as a major gateway for transatlantic and transpacific cargo makes Laufer well-suited for importers bringing in ocean freight from Asia, Europe, and beyond. The firm manages ocean imports and exports, air freight, and purchase order tracking — services that collectively address the full import lifecycle, not just the customs clearance moment.
Laufer's industry focus is notably broad and specific: furniture and home goods, forest products, consumer goods (including pet products, toys, electronics, and auto parts), food (organics, canned goods, seafood, spices, rice, and sugar), agriculture (seeds, nuts, grains, and feed), dairy commodities, fashion (footwear, apparel, textiles, and accessories), and healthcare supplies including PPE and medical equipment. This depth of vertical experience means Laufer's brokers understand the nuances of each commodity's classification, valuation, and admissibility requirements.
Importers looking to recover overpaid duties should ask Laufer about duty drawback programs, which allow eligible companies to reclaim customs duties on exported or destroyed goods — a meaningful cost-recovery opportunity that requires careful documentation and timely filing. The firm's consulting services and published industry insights, including market updates on transpacific freight trends, position Laufer as a resource for strategic trade decisions, not just transactional filings.
Whether you are a first-time importer seeking guidance on ISF filing requirements, or an established trading company looking to optimize HTS code classification and leverage the duty drawback program, Laufer Group International brings licensed expertise and supply chain technology to the table from its New York headquarters.
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What industries does Laufer Group International specialize in for customs brokerage?
Laufer serves importers across furniture, consumer goods, food and agriculture, dairy, fashion, healthcare, and forest products. Their brokers understand the specific HTS classification and compliance requirements for each of these commodity categories.
Does Laufer Group International assist with ISF filing and HTS code classification?
Yes. Laufer handles importer security filing (ISF) submissions required under CBP's 10+2 rule, as well as harmonized tariff schedule classification to ensure accurate duty assessment and compliant entry through the ACE portal.
Where is Laufer Group International located and how can I contact them?
Their corporate office is at 20 Vesey Street, Suite 601, New York, NY 10007. They can be reached by phone at 212.945.6000 or through the contact form at laufergroup.com.
Can Laufer Group help with duty drawback claims?
Laufer offers customs consulting services that include guidance on duty recovery programs. Importers who export or destroy imported merchandise may be eligible to reclaim duties paid — a process Laufer's licensed brokers can help evaluate and pursue.