Shifl Customs, Inc.

Shifl Customs, Inc. is a CBP-licensed customs brokerage firm headquartered at 343 Spook Rock Road in Suffern, New York 10901. Operating under filer code 85B, the firm is authorized to transact customs business on behalf of importers before U.S. Customs and Border Protection, handling the formal entry process required to clear imported merchandise into domestic commerce.

For importers searching for a customs broker near me in the greater New York area, Shifl Customs occupies a strategically convenient location in Rockland County — close to the New York-New Jersey border and within reach of major freight corridors feeding the Port of New York and New Jersey, one of the busiest container ports on the East Coast. This positions the firm to serve a wide range of commercial importers bringing goods through the New York customs district.

A core part of any licensed broker's work involves preparing and filing the CBP Entry Summary (Form 7501), which requires accurate 10-digit HTS code classification for every imported product. Proper tariff code finder research is essential to determining the correct duty rate, and errors in classification can trigger costly delays or penalties. Shifl Customs applies this expertise to help importers meet their importer of record requirements and stay compliant with CBP regulations.

Additionally, licensed brokers like Shifl Customs assist clients with Importer Security Filing — commonly known as ISF 10 plus 2 filing — which must be submitted to CBP at least 24 hours before a shipment is loaded at a foreign port. Missing ISF deadlines can result in significant fines, making timely filing a critical service for any ocean importer.

Import bond requirements are another key area where a licensed broker provides value. Shifl Customs can help importers evaluate whether a single entry bond or a continuous customs bond is appropriate for their volume and frequency of shipments. A continuous bond is typically more cost-effective for businesses that import regularly, while a single entry bond suits occasional or one-time imports.

For eligible importers, duty drawback programs offer a legitimate mechanism to recover duties paid on imported goods that are subsequently exported or used in manufacturing. Whether pursuing unused merchandise drawback or manufacturing drawback customs claims, working with an experienced broker is critical to building a compliant and defensible claim.

Shifl Customs also has the capability to handle Type 86 entry customs filings under the Section 321 de minimis provision, which allows low-value shipments valued at $800 or under to enter the U.S. duty-free — a growing area of interest for e-commerce importers.

Importers in Suffern, the Hudson Valley, northern New Jersey, and greater New York City are encouraged to reach out to Shifl Customs directly at 718-571-8645 to discuss their specific import clearance needs.