Sorelle Customs Brokerage LLC

Sorelle Customs Brokerage LLC operates as a licensed customs brokerage firm in Tucson, Arizona, holding CBP Filer Code 8L6. Tucson sits approximately 60 miles north of the Nogales, Arizona port of entry, which ranks among the top U.S. land border crossings for produce, manufactured goods, and automotive parts entering from Mexico. This geographic position makes Sorelle a natural resource for importers of record whose supply chains run through the Arizona-Sonora corridor.

For businesses importing goods through southern Arizona, working with a local licensed broker means faster communication and familiarity with the specific CBP port requirements at Nogales and Tucson. Customs entry preparation requires precise 10-digit HTS code classification to ensure correct duty assessment, and errors at this stage can lead to costly delays or penalties. Sorelle assists importers in identifying the correct tariff codes and preparing accurate entry documentation.

Importers also face compliance requirements that extend beyond the entry itself. The Importer Security Filing — commonly known as ISF 10+2 — must be submitted at least 24 hours before cargo is loaded on a vessel bound for the U.S. Timely ISF filing is critical to avoiding CBP holds and $5,000 penalties per violation. For land border shipments, similar advance filing protocols apply, and a knowledgeable broker helps importers stay ahead of those requirements.

Customs bond compliance is another core area where a licensed broker adds value. Most commercial importers are required to maintain a continuous customs bond on file with CBP, which covers all entries filed throughout the year. For occasional or one-time shipments, a single entry bond may be the appropriate solution. Sorelle can help importers assess their import bond requirements and secure the right coverage.

Additionally, businesses with qualifying import programs may benefit from exploring duty drawback opportunities — including manufacturing drawback, unused merchandise drawback, and the broader duty drawback program that allows companies to recover duties paid on imported goods that are subsequently exported or destroyed. A duty drawback broker with experience in these programs can identify eligible shipments and manage the claims process with CBP.

For lower-value shipments, options like Section 321 de minimis clearance and Type 86 entries provide expedited pathways that reduce duty liability on qualifying imports. Sorelle Customs Brokerage LLC serves as a point of contact for Tucson-area importers navigating these entry types and the evolving regulatory landscape of U.S. customs compliance.