About MICHAEL J SKIDMORE
Michael J. Skidmore is a CBP-licensed customs broker based at 103 Greenleaf Street in Quincy, Massachusetts. With documented experience filing tariff classification rulings on behalf of importers — including consumer goods sourced from China — Skidmore provides individualized customs brokerage services to clients navigating US import requirements. His practice includes HTS code classification, customs entry preparation, and regulatory correspondence with CBP. Importers in the Greater Boston area and beyond looking for a knowledgeable, independent licensed broker will find Skidmore's focused approach well-suited to straightforward and complex classification challenges alike.
Michael J. Skidmore operates an independent customs brokerage practice out of Quincy, Massachusetts, holding an active CBP broker license (filer code ABZ). Located just south of Boston, Skidmore is positioned to serve importers across New England who require professional customs clearance, HTS code analysis, and compliance support for goods entering the United States.
Documented CBP ruling correspondence confirms that Skidmore has represented importers such as Potpourri Group Inc. in formal tariff classification requests — including a ruling (NY N080240) covering consumer goods imported from China. This type of work requires a thorough understanding of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs), and CBP classification methodology. Correctly applying HTS codes is critical not only for duty calculation but also for compliance with us import requirements and avoiding costly penalties.
For importers managing shipments from China or other Asian suppliers, proper classification under the HTSUS is foundational to overall customs compliance. Errors in classification can trigger CBP audits, affect continuous customs bond exposure, and complicate duty drawback claims. An experienced broker like Skidmore can review product specifications, submit binding ruling requests, and ensure that entries filed through the ACE portal are accurate and defensible.
Beyond classification, customs brokers in Massachusetts handle the full range of entry services: preparing and submitting customs entries, coordinating Importer Security Filing (ISF) for ocean shipments, advising on customs bond requirements, and managing post-entry corrections when needed. For importers unfamiliar with ISF filing requirements or the cbp ace portal, working with a licensed broker provides both operational support and regulatory accountability.
Quincy's proximity to the Port of Boston makes Skidmore a practical resource for importers moving cargo through Massachusetts, whether sourcing consumer goods, home and garden products, or general merchandise. Importers who need a licensed broker for tariff classification analysis, ruling requests, or ongoing entry filing support are encouraged to reach out directly.
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What types of goods has Michael J. Skidmore handled tariff classification for?
CBP ruling records show Skidmore has filed tariff classification ruling requests for consumer goods imported from China, including dual-use home and garden products. He applies Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS) rules to determine the correct HTS code for imported merchandise.
Where is Michael J. Skidmore's customs brokerage located?
Skidmore's office is located at 103 Greenleaf Street, Quincy, MA 02169, serving importers in the Greater Boston area and through the Port of Boston.