Perimeter International

Perimeter International is a federally licensed U.S. customs broker headquartered in Irving, Texas, operating under CBP filer code 9VT. The company also does business as Perimeter Global Logistics (PGL) and Perimeter Logistics, and maintains an Ocean Transportation Intermediary (OTI) license from the Federal Maritime Commission as both a Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) and an Ocean Freight Forwarder (OFF). This dual licensing positions Perimeter International as a comprehensive trade services provider capable of handling both the customs compliance and the physical movement of international freight.

Based in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area, Irving, Texas is a strategic hub for importers across a wide range of industries. With proximity to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, one of the busiest cargo airports in the country, and easy highway access to major distribution corridors, Perimeter International is well-situated to serve both air and ocean freight customers. The firm's Irving location also provides convenient access for companies importing goods through southern border crossings and redistributing through the DFW region.

As a licensed customs broker, Perimeter International assists importers in meeting U.S. import requirements, including the preparation and submission of customs entries, HTS code classification, and coordination with CBP on formal vs. informal entry determinations. The firm can help importers understand customs bond requirements — including whether a single-entry or continuous customs bond is appropriate — and navigate partner government agency (PGA) requirements for regulated commodities.

Perimeter International's NVOCC and freight forwarding capabilities complement its customs brokerage services, allowing clients to manage ocean shipments and Importer Security Filing (ISF) obligations through a single provider. ISF filing, which must be submitted 24 hours before vessel departure for ocean cargo bound for the U.S., is a critical compliance requirement that Perimeter can handle on behalf of importers.

For importers in the DFW region searching for a customs broker nearby with both brokerage and freight forwarding credentials, Perimeter International offers a combined service footprint that spans regulatory compliance and cargo logistics. Their website, www.shipPGL.com, provides additional information on procurement and transportation services. Importers with questions about HTS code classification, cbp entry types, or customs compliance obligations are encouraged to contact the firm directly at 214-809-9685.