PERMAN STOLER CUSTOMHOUSE BROKER, INC.

Perman Stoler Customhouse Broker, Inc. is one of Alaska's most established licensed customs brokerage firms, serving the Anchorage importing community continuously since 1949. That longevity reflects a track record built on practical expertise and direct relationships with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, making the firm a trusted resource for businesses across the state that depend on reliable, compliant import operations.

The firm is headquartered at 5011 Spenard Road, Suite 202 in Anchorage — a location well-suited to serve importers using Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, one of the busiest air cargo hubs in the world. Alaska's geographic position as a crossroads for transpacific trade means importers here regularly deal with shipments originating in Asia, and Perman Stoler is well-versed in the US import requirements that apply to those trade lanes.

Licensed brokers Ron Edelen (Owner/President) and Renae Thompson (Owner/Vice President) lead the firm along with supporting staff that includes entry specialists handling pre-entry, entry, and post-entry processing. This structure ensures that CBP entry types are handled correctly from the moment a shipment is identified through final liquidation. The team assists importers with HTS code classification, a critical step that determines applicable duty rates and admissibility under partner government agency requirements.

Perman Stoler assists clients with customs bond requirements, including continuous customs bond coverage for frequent importers, as well as single-transaction bonds for one-time shipments. The firm also supports Importer Security Filing (ISF) compliance for ocean freight, helping clients avoid CBP penalties for late or inaccurate 10+2 filings.

For importers evaluating cost-recovery options, the firm can provide guidance on duty drawback programs, including manufacturing drawback customs provisions, allowing eligible importers to recover duties paid on goods that are subsequently exported or destroyed. Understanding the difference between Schedule B and HTS codes is another area where an experienced broker adds measurable value, particularly for importers who also export and must file Electronic Export Information through AES.

With over 75 years of continuous operation in Anchorage, Perman Stoler Customhouse Broker, Inc. stands as a rare example of deep institutional knowledge in a state where import logistics present challenges that lower-48 brokers may not fully appreciate. Importers searching for a customs broker near Anchorage or throughout Alaska will find a firm with the licensing, experience, and local presence to handle their CBP compliance needs effectively.