About MEIKO AMERICA INC
Meiko America Inc is a licensed customs broker and global logistics provider headquartered in Torrance, CA with a container freight station (CFS) operation in Wood Dale, IL (filer code G26). Part of the international Meiko Trans network, the company offers customs house brokerage, ocean and air freight forwarding, land transportation, warehousing, and NVOCC services. Their Wood Dale facility positions them well to serve importers moving cargo through Chicago-area ports and inland distribution points. With proprietary IT systems including an E-Tracks shipment visibility platform and a focus on accurate, timely customs clearance, Meiko America serves importers and exporters across a wide range of industries requiring end-to-end supply chain solutions.
Meiko America Inc operates as a full-service customs broker and international freight forwarder, licensed under CBP filer code G26 and based in Wood Dale, Illinois. The company is the U.S. arm of Meiko Trans, a globally established logistics group with offices spanning Asia, the Americas, and beyond. This international network gives Meiko America the infrastructure to handle worldwide import and export shipments across multiple transportation modes.
The Wood Dale, IL location serves as a Container Freight Station (CFS facility code I456), making it a practical choice for importers routing ocean cargo through the Chicago metropolitan area. Wood Dale sits in DuPage County, close to O'Hare International Airport and major interstate freight corridors, giving Meiko America convenient access to both air and ground distribution channels throughout the Midwest.
Meiko America's customs brokerage capabilities cover the full range of US import requirements, from customs entry preparation and HTS code classification to Importer Security Filing (ISF) submissions and customs bond requirements compliance. Importers working with Meiko benefit from experienced associates who understand ACE portal workflows, CBP regulations, and tariff classification using the USITC tariff database. The firm also assists clients with special license arrangements and tax exemption or duty drawback program opportunities where applicable.
Beyond brokerage, Meiko America functions as a non-asset-based third-party logistics (3PL) provider. Their service portfolio includes ocean import and export, air freight, NVOCC operations, warehousing and distribution, foreign trade zone and bonded warehouse solutions, and value-added services. This breadth makes them especially useful for importers who want a single point of contact managing freight from origin through final delivery.
The company's proprietary IT systems, including the E-Tracks platform and CMS tools, give shippers real-time visibility into their cargo status — a meaningful advantage for high-volume importers managing inventory across multiple SKUs or sourcing regions. Whether you're importing consumer goods from Asia, coordinating multi-modal shipments through Chicago, or seeking guidance on continuous customs bond requirements and section 321 de minimis thresholds, Meiko America Inc brings both domestic capability and global connectivity to the table.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meiko America Inc's CBP filer code and where is their customs brokerage operation located?
Meiko America Inc holds CBP filer code G26 and operates a Container Freight Station (CFS) in Wood Dale, IL (facility code I456), serving importers in the Chicago metro area and broader Midwest region.
Does Meiko America Inc handle ISF filing and customs bond requirements for ocean imports?
Yes. Meiko America provides full customs brokerage services including Importer Security Filing (ISF), customs entry preparation, and guidance on customs bond requirements for ocean and air shipments entering the United States.
Can Meiko America manage the full logistics chain from overseas origin to U.S. warehouse delivery?
Yes. As part of the global Meiko Trans network, Meiko America offers end-to-end logistics including international freight forwarding by ocean and air, customs clearance, trucking, and warehousing — functioning as a single-source 3PL provider.