About THE PERISHABLE SPECIALIST INC
The Perishable Specialist, Inc. (PSI) is a CBP-licensed customs broker headquartered in Doral, Florida, operating around the clock to serve importers in the perishable goods industry. Located near Miami International Airport — one of the busiest entry points for fresh produce, flowers, and seafood in the United States — PSI is built specifically for shipments where time is critical. Their 24/7, 365-day operation reflects the reality of perishable logistics: customs clearance cannot wait for business hours when cargo has a short shelf life. PSI has demonstrated steady growth over the years, including expanding their Doral facility in 2011, and has developed particular expertise handling high-volume produce shipments from Latin American origins such as Peru. For importers bringing in fresh or temperature-sensitive cargo through South Florida, PSI offers focused, specialized brokerage services.
The Perishable Specialist, Inc. (PSI) stands apart in the customs brokerage landscape by dedicating its entire operation to a single, demanding niche: perishable goods. Based in Doral, Florida — a logistics hub adjacent to Miami International Airport and within reach of PortMiami — PSI is positioned at one of the most active gateways for perishable imports into the United States. Fresh cut flowers from Colombia and Ecuador, asparagus and grapes from Peru, tropical fruits from Central America, and seafood from across the globe all flow through South Florida daily, and PSI has built its infrastructure to handle these time-sensitive entries at any hour.
Unlike general-purpose customs brokers, PSI operates as a true 24-hour, 7-days-a-week brokerage. This is not a marketing claim but an operational necessity in the perishable trade — cargo cannot sit in a queue waiting for a broker to open in the morning. Delays measured in hours can mean the difference between saleable product and total loss. PSI's team understands FDA Prior Notice requirements, USDA inspection coordination, and the specific entry procedures that apply to food and agricultural imports, including proper HTS code classification for fresh produce and the continuous customs bond requirements that high-volume importers depend on.
PSI has demonstrated consistent growth since its founding, expanding its Doral facility in 2011 to add an accounting wing — a sign of a maturing operation that handles not just customs entry preparation and ISF 10+2 filing, but also the financial and compliance follow-through that importers need. For first-time importers navigating the perishable supply chain, PSI can serve as a knowledgeable partner in understanding import bond requirements, entry documentation, and how to manage FDA admissibility for food products.
Doral's position as a major distribution and logistics corridor in South Florida means PSI is well-integrated into the regional freight community. Importers sourcing perishable goods from Latin America, the Caribbean, and beyond will find a customs broker that speaks their supply chain's language — one built around speed, accuracy, and the unique regulatory demands of agricultural and food imports. Whether you are importing fresh asparagus, flowers, seafood, or other temperature-sensitive commodities, The Perishable Specialist, Inc. offers the focused expertise that general brokers cannot replicate.
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Does The Perishable Specialist handle customs clearance outside of regular business hours?
Yes. PSI operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week specifically because perishable shipments cannot wait. They are structured to process entries and coordinate inspections at any hour to protect time-sensitive cargo.
What types of perishable imports does PSI specialize in?
PSI has documented experience with fresh produce including asparagus from Peru, as well as other agricultural and food imports entering through Miami International Airport and South Florida's entry points from Latin America and beyond.
Where is The Perishable Specialist located and which ports do they serve?
PSI is based in Doral, FL, which provides direct access to Miami International Airport and PortMiami — two of the primary U.S. entry points for perishable imports from Latin America and the Caribbean.
Can PSI help with FDA requirements for food imports?
As a specialist in perishable and food imports, PSI is experienced with FDA Prior Notice filing and admissibility requirements that apply to imported food products entering the U.S.