QUAD CITY PORT SERVICES INC

Quad City Port Services Inc. (QCPS) has been a trusted name in customs brokerage and international trade logistics for more than two decades. Based at 1225 E River Dr in Davenport, Iowa, QCPS holds a CBP broker license (filer code U31) and operates with a national permit, meaning the firm can file customs entries on behalf of importers regardless of which US port their cargo arrives through — whether that's Chicago O'Hare, the Port of Los Angeles, or any other gateway.

For importers in Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois, QCPS fills a critical role that larger, coast-based brokerages often overlook: hands-on, regionally knowledgeable service for businesses that import goods but aren't located near a major seaport or border crossing. From manufacturers sourcing machinery and raw materials abroad to businesses importing consumer goods and textiles, QCPS helps clients understand and meet US import requirements at every stage of the shipment lifecycle.

Core services include customs entry preparation — covering both formal and informal entry types depending on shipment value — as well as HTS code classification, which is essential for determining the correct duty rates and ensuring compliance with CBP regulations. Proper HTS classification is particularly important for industries like textiles and apparel, where tariff engineering and accurate Schedule B vs. HTS code distinctions directly affect landed costs.

QCPS also assists clients with Importer Security Filing (ISF), the 10+2 requirement that must be submitted before cargo is loaded at a foreign port for ocean shipments destined for the US. Failure to file ISF correctly and on time can result in costly CBP penalties, making experienced broker oversight a practical necessity for regular importers.

The firm's consulting services extend to continuous customs bonds and single entry bond customs requirements, helping importers select the right bonding option based on their import frequency and cargo value. QCPS can also advise on partner government agency (PGA) requirements, which apply to regulated commodities overseen by agencies such as the FDA, USDA, and EPA — an area where many importers are caught off guard.

With over 22 years of experience in the Quad Cities market, QCPS brings local familiarity and national reach to importers who want a reliable, experienced customs broker without having to work through a large impersonal logistics conglomerate. For businesses searching for a customs broker near them in the Iowa-Illinois region, Quad City Port Services Inc. represents a well-established, licensed resource for compliant and efficient customs clearance.