About Mei Yee Cheung
Mei Yee Cheung is a CBP-licensed customs broker based in Fremont, California, holding license filer code B5B. Located in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area, Mei Yee Cheung is positioned to assist importers moving goods through the Port of Oakland and other Northern California entry points. Fremont's proximity to major tech and manufacturing corridors makes this broker a relevant resource for businesses importing electronics, consumer goods, and industrial equipment. Importers can reach Mei Yee Cheung directly at 510-648-8066 for inquiries related to customs entry preparation, HTS classification, ISF filing, and customs bond requirements. Whether you are a first-time importer navigating US import requirements or an established business managing ongoing shipments, a licensed broker with local Bay Area knowledge can help ensure compliance with CBP regulations.
Mei Yee Cheung is a federally licensed U.S. customs broker operating out of Fremont, California, with CBP filer code B5B. Situated in Alameda County within the greater San Francisco Bay Area, Fremont serves as a strategic base for importers who move cargo through the Port of Oakland — one of the busiest container ports on the West Coast and a primary gateway for trans-Pacific trade, particularly goods sourced from Asia.
For businesses importing electronics, machinery, consumer goods, or textiles and apparel, working with a locally licensed broker means access to someone familiar with the freight flows, port procedures, and CBP field office operations specific to Northern California. The Bay Area's dense concentration of technology companies, manufacturers, and wholesale distributors means importers here often face complex classification questions, including HTS code searches and accurate tariff determination using the USITC tariff database.
Mei Yee Cheung can assist clients with core customs compliance functions, including the preparation and submission of customs entries through the ACE portal, importer security filing (ISF) for ocean shipments, and ensuring that continuous customs bond requirements are properly met. ISF filing requirements mandate that importers submit cargo data at least 24 hours before vessel departure — a step where a licensed broker's oversight reduces the risk of CBP penalties.
For importers who have previously overpaid on duties, exploring duty drawback options may be worthwhile. The duty drawback program allows eligible importers to recover duties paid on goods that are subsequently exported or destroyed, and filing a proper duty drawback claim requires careful documentation and CBP coordination.
Fremont's location also places this broker within reach of importers taking advantage of Section 321 de minimis provisions, which allow low-value shipments to enter the United States duty-free. As e-commerce sourcing from Asia continues to grow, understanding when and how de minimis thresholds apply has become increasingly relevant for Bay Area businesses.
To inquire about services or discuss your specific import needs, contact Mei Yee Cheung at 510-648-8066.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What port does Mei Yee Cheung primarily serve in Northern California?
Based in Fremont, CA, Mei Yee Cheung is well-positioned to serve importers moving cargo through the Port of Oakland, which handles significant trans-Pacific container traffic from Asia.
Can Mei Yee Cheung help with ISF filing for ocean shipments?
Yes. As a CBP-licensed customs broker, Mei Yee Cheung can prepare and submit Importer Security Filing (ISF) documents, which are required at least 24 hours before vessel departure to avoid CBP penalties.
How do I contact Mei Yee Cheung to discuss my import needs?
You can reach Mei Yee Cheung directly by phone at 510-648-8066 to discuss customs entry preparation, HTS classification, bond requirements, or other import compliance questions.