About Rahim Balsara
Rahim Balsara is a CBP-licensed customs broker based in Richmond, Texas, operating under the trade name Voyage Customs Broker. Holding filer code N7D, Balsara has been evaluated by the FDA and received an Acceptable Level of Confidence rating, indicating a reliable track record in FDA-regulated import filings. Located in the greater Houston metro area, Balsara is positioned to serve importers moving goods through the Port of Houston and surrounding Gulf Coast entry points. Importers seeking personalized customs clearance services, HTS code classification guidance, or assistance with partner government agency requirements will find a licensed professional with hands-on experience in U.S. import compliance.
Rahim Balsara, licensed U.S. customs broker operating as Voyage Customs Broker, is based in Richmond, Texas — a suburb of Houston in Fort Bend County. With CBP filer code N7D, Balsara provides customs brokerage services to importers operating in one of the country's busiest trade corridors. The Houston metro area sits at the intersection of Gulf Coast maritime trade and overland commerce, making it a critical hub for petroleum-related goods, industrial machinery, food products, and consumer goods imported from Latin America, Asia, and Europe.
One of Balsara's notable credentials is an FDA filer evaluation outcome rated at an Acceptable Level of Confidence, a designation that reflects competency in handling FDA-regulated commodity entries — including food, beverages, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals. This FDA evaluation matters for importers whose shipments require Prior Notice filings or are subject to FDA review at the port of entry.
As an importer of record, working with a knowledgeable broker like Balsara means having support across the full customs entry lifecycle. This includes determining the correct 10-digit HTS code classification for shipments, selecting the appropriate CBP entry type — whether formal or informal entry — and ensuring continuous customs bond coverage or single entry bond requirements are met based on shipment value and frequency.
For importers shipping goods valued under $800, Balsara can advise on Section 321 de minimis provisions and whether they apply to a given shipment. For higher-volume importers, Importer Security Filing (ISF) compliance is essential for ocean freight, and timely ISF filing helps avoid CBP penalties before cargo even arrives at U.S. shores.
Richmond's proximity to the Port of Houston also makes Balsara a practical option for companies navigating partner government agency (PGA) requirements beyond CBP — including USDA, EPA, and FDA clearances that are increasingly common across product categories. Whether you are a first-time importer trying to understand importer of record requirements or an established company looking for customs compliance audit support or duty drawback program eligibility review, Voyage Customs Broker offers the licensed expertise to guide you through the process.
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What is Rahim Balsara's DBA trade name and where are they located?
Rahim Balsara operates under the trade name Voyage Customs Broker, with offices in Richmond, TX 77406, serving importers in the greater Houston area and Gulf Coast ports.
Is Rahim Balsara approved to file FDA-regulated import entries?
Yes. Balsara has received an FDA filer evaluation outcome of Acceptable Level of Confidence, meaning they are recognized as a competent filer for shipments subject to FDA oversight, including food, beverages, and medical products.
What ports does Voyage Customs Broker primarily serve?
Based in Richmond, TX near Houston, Voyage Customs Broker is well-positioned to handle entries through the Port of Houston (including Barbours Cut and Bayport terminals), as well as other Gulf Coast and air cargo ports in the region.
Can Rahim Balsara help with HTS code classification and duty determination?
Yes. As a licensed customs broker, Balsara can assist importers in identifying the correct 10-digit HTS code for their products, which determines applicable duty rates and any trade remedy tariffs under Section 301 or antidumping orders.