Piatek Customs & Logistics LLC

Piatek Customs & Logistics LLC is a licensed U.S. customs broker headquartered in Tonawanda, New York — a community in Erie County situated directly along the Niagara River, just miles from the Peace Bridge connecting Buffalo, NY to Fort Erie, Ontario. This geography makes the firm a natural resource for importers and supply chain managers who regularly move commercial freight between the United States and Canada, one of the world's largest bilateral trade relationships.

For businesses navigating US import requirements, the process involves far more than simply presenting goods at the border. Customs brokers like Piatek Customs & Logistics help importers understand the difference between formal vs informal entry customs filings, select the correct CBP entry types, and ensure that HTS code classification is applied accurately to avoid costly delays, penalties, or unexpected duties. Proper HTS code classification is particularly important for goods subject to Section 301 tariffs, antidumping duties, or partner government agency requirements — all of which require careful attention at the time of entry.

Importers working with Piatek Customs & Logistics can expect assistance with continuous customs bond procurement and management, as well as single entry bond customs arrangements for one-time or infrequent shipments. The firm is also equipped to handle importer security filing (ISF) for ocean shipments — a CBP requirement that must be submitted at least 24 hours before cargo is loaded at a foreign port.

For companies exploring cost-recovery opportunities, Piatek Customs & Logistics can discuss duty drawback program eligibility, including manufacturing drawback customs claims, which allow qualifying importers to recover duties paid on goods that are subsequently exported or destroyed. Understanding whether your operation qualifies for drawback — or whether certain low-value shipments may benefit from section 321 de minimis provisions — can have a meaningful impact on landed costs over time.

The Tonawanda and greater Buffalo area supports a diverse mix of industries including automotive manufacturing, steel and metals processing, chemicals, and consumer goods distribution — all sectors with complex customs compliance requirements. Piatek Customs & Logistics is positioned to support importers in these industries with practical, experienced guidance on customs compliance audits, Schedule B vs HTS code distinctions for export documentation, and day-to-day clearance needs.

Importers searching for a customs broker near me in western New York or the Niagara Frontier region will find Piatek Customs & Logistics LLC to be a locally rooted option with direct familiarity with the ports and procedures relevant to cross-border US-Canada trade. Contact the firm at 716-799-4709 or damon@piatekcustoms.com to discuss your import program.