PANTHALASSA CHB LLC

Panthalassa CHB LLC is a CBP-licensed customs brokerage firm headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey, holding filer code NMB. The firm operates in one of the most import-intensive regions in the United States — the New York/New Jersey metro area — with direct access to Port Newark-Elizabeth Marine Terminal, Newark Liberty International Airport, and the dense freight networks connecting the Northeast to the rest of the country.

For importers navigating US import requirements, Panthalassa CHB LLC provides the core customs brokerage services needed to move commercial shipments through CBP clearance. This includes customs entry preparation across CBP entry types — formal entries for commercial shipments above the de minimis threshold, as well as familiarity with informal entry procedures and Section 321 de minimis provisions for lower-value goods. Proper HTS code classification is foundational to every entry, determining applicable duty rates, admissibility requirements, and Partner Government Agency (PGA) flags — and accurate classification using the USITC tariff database is a critical part of the clearance process.

Importer Security Filing (ISF) — commonly called 10+2 — is a mandatory pre-arrival requirement for ocean freight shipments, and timely ISF filing helps importers avoid CBP penalties and cargo holds. Panthalassa CHB LLC's location in the New York port complex positions it to manage ISF submissions and coordinate with steamship lines and freight forwarders operating in this corridor.

Customs bond requirements are another area importers often need guidance on. A continuous customs bond is typically required for importers with ongoing shipment activity, while single-entry bonds may suit occasional importers. Understanding when each applies — and ensuring bond coverage is in place before cargo arrives — is part of a broker's core responsibility.

The firm's New Jersey base also means it handles goods moving through one of the primary entry points for consumer goods, electronics, textiles, machinery, and a broad range of commercial commodities imported from trading partners across Europe, Asia, and Latin America. For importers concerned about customs compliance audits, proper record-keeping and entry accuracy from the outset are essential practices that a licensed broker helps enforce.

Importers who need help understanding the difference between Schedule B codes (used for export filings) and HTS codes (used for imports), or who want clarity on formal vs. informal entry thresholds, will find that working with a licensed broker like Panthalassa CHB LLC provides a direct resource for these questions. For duty drawback program eligibility or other post-entry matters, the firm can provide guidance or referrals as appropriate.

To inquire about customs brokerage services in the New York/New Jersey region, contact Panthalassa CHB LLC at 732-841-8962.