About Shenelle LaPierre
Shenelle LaPierre is a CBP-licensed customs broker based in North Plainfield, New Jersey, serving importers across the greater New York/New Jersey metro area. Licensed under filer code NNT, she provides customs clearance services for commercial shipments moving through major East Coast ports including the Port of New York and Newark. North Plainfield's location in central New Jersey positions her to serve a broad range of importers with access to one of the busiest port complexes in the United States. Whether you need entry preparation, importer security filing, or assistance understanding your bond requirements, Shenelle LaPierre offers the licensed expertise importers need to move goods through U.S. Customs and Border Protection efficiently and in compliance.
Shenelle LaPierre holds an active CBP customs broker license (filer code NNT) and operates out of North Plainfield, New Jersey — a strategically located hub within close proximity to the Port of New York and New Jersey, one of the highest-volume cargo gateways on the East Coast. Importers in New Jersey, New York, and surrounding states searching for a customs broker nearby will find her well-positioned to handle commercial clearance across a range of commodity types and trade lanes.
For importers, working with a licensed broker means having a knowledgeable advocate during the customs entry process. Shenelle can assist with preparing and filing customs entries, ensuring that the correct 10-digit HTS code is applied to your goods — a critical step that directly affects the duty rate assessed on your shipment. Misclassification is one of the most common and costly mistakes importers make, and accurate HTS classification is foundational to compliant importing.
ISF filing — formally known as the ISF 10+2 filing or Importer Security Filing — is another core service area. U.S. Customs requires ocean shipments to submit ISF data at least 24 hours before cargo is loaded at the foreign port. Late or inaccurate ISF filings can result in holds, penalties, and delays. Having a licensed broker manage this filing reduces that risk significantly.
For importers evaluating their bond options, Shenelle can advise on the differences between a single entry bond and a continuous customs bond, helping you determine which structure makes sense based on your import frequency and shipment values. Understanding import bond requirements upfront prevents unexpected delays at the port.
The New Jersey/New York corridor also makes her a practical choice for importers handling consumer goods, electronics, textiles, and machinery moving through East Coast container terminals. Additionally, importers should be aware of programs like duty drawback — including manufacturing drawback and unused merchandise drawback — which can allow recovery of duties paid on goods that are subsequently exported. A licensed broker familiar with the duty drawback program can help identify whether your import activity qualifies.
For lower-value shipments, understanding Section 321 de minimis rules and Type 86 entry customs procedures can present cost-saving opportunities that many importers overlook. Shenelle LaPierre brings the licensing and knowledge base to help commercial importers navigate these options and maintain compliance with CBP regulations throughout the import lifecycle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What ports does Shenelle LaPierre serve as a customs broker in New Jersey?
Based in North Plainfield, NJ, Shenelle LaPierre is well-positioned to serve importers clearing goods through the Port of New York and New Jersey (Newark/Elizabeth), one of the largest container ports on the East Coast, as well as air freight arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport.
Can Shenelle LaPierre help with ISF filing and customs bonds?
Yes. As a CBP-licensed customs broker, Shenelle can manage Importer Security Filing (ISF 10+2) for ocean shipments and advise on whether a single entry bond or continuous customs bond is the right fit for your import program.
Does Shenelle LaPierre assist with duty drawback programs?
Licensed customs brokers can help identify eligibility for duty drawback programs, including unused merchandise drawback and manufacturing drawback, which allow qualifying importers to recover duties paid on goods later exported from the U.S.