RUSSELL NELSON

Russell Nelson holds an active CBP customs broker license (filer code N3S) and operates out of Charlotte, North Carolina — a major commercial and distribution center in the Southeast United States. Charlotte's inland position makes it a key destination for goods cleared through East Coast ports like Savannah, Charleston, and the Port of Virginia, as well as air freight moving through Charlotte Douglas International Airport, one of the busiest cargo airports in the region.

Russell's professional background reflects deep engagement with corporate import compliance. His experience working within large-scale retail and building materials supply chains gives him a practical understanding of the pressures importers face: tight delivery windows, complex tariff classifications, and the ongoing need to maintain clean compliance records with CBP. For businesses searching for a customs broker near Charlotte with real-world corporate customs experience, this background is a meaningful differentiator.

Core services available through a licensed broker like Russell Nelson include customs entry preparation — covering both formal entry (for commercial shipments valued above the $2,500 threshold) and informal entry for lower-value goods — as well as ISF 10+2 filing, which must be submitted at least 24 hours before a vessel's departure for U.S.-bound ocean freight. Failure to file an accurate ISF exposes importers to CBP penalties, making timely, accurate ISF submissions a critical compliance function.

For importers managing ongoing import programs, continuous customs bonds are typically required, and understanding import bond requirements — including when a single entry bond customs filing is sufficient versus when a continuous bond makes more economic sense — is an area where a licensed broker adds real value. Russell can assist importers in evaluating their bonding needs relative to their import volume and commodity types.

Additionally, importers sourcing from Southeast Asia, Europe, or Latin America through Charlotte-area distribution networks may benefit from guidance on HTS code classification — specifically the 10-digit HTS code required on entry documents — and the distinction between Schedule B codes used for exports versus HTS codes used for import classification. Accurate classification directly affects duty rates, admissibility, and potential exposure to Section 301 tariffs.

For companies with established import histories, a duty drawback program may offer significant refund opportunities on duties paid for goods that are subsequently exported or destroyed. Russell's background in corporate customs compliance positions him to identify whether a manufacturing drawback or unused merchandise drawback claim is appropriate for a given importer's situation. Reach out directly via phone at (704) 401-9788 or by email to discuss your import requirements.