About TQ CUSTOMS BROKERAGE, LLC
TQ Customs Brokerage, LLC is a licensed US Customs broker based in Laredo, Texas — one of the busiest land ports of entry on the US-Mexico border. Operating under filer code BVV, the firm assists importers with customs entry preparation, importer security filings, and continuous customs bond procurement. Laredo's position as a primary gateway for Mexican and Latin American trade makes TQ Customs Brokerage a practical choice for importers moving commercial freight across the Texas-Mexico border. Whether you are a first-time importer navigating CBP requirements or an established shipper managing high-volume cross-border traffic, TQ Customs Brokerage provides the licensed expertise needed to clear goods efficiently at one of the country's most active ports.
TQ Customs Brokerage, LLC is a licensed customs brokerage firm located in Laredo, Texas, operating under CBP filer code BVV. Laredo consistently ranks as the largest inland port in the United States by trade value, handling a substantial share of all US-Mexico overland commerce. For importers moving goods across the Texas-Mexico border, having a licensed customs broker with local knowledge of the Laredo port environment is a meaningful operational advantage.
The firm handles the full range of commercial entry customs work that CBP requires for goods entering the United States. This includes customs entry preparation for formal and informal entries, importer security filing (ISF) for ocean shipments, and HTS code classification to ensure goods are correctly identified for tariff purposes. Understanding the HTS code meaning and applying the correct tariff code can directly affect the duties an importer pays, and accurate classification is a core function of any professional brokerage.
For importers newer to cross-border trade, TQ Customs Brokerage can assist with first-time importer requirements, including establishing a continuous customs bond — a standard requirement for commercial importers who bring in shipments regularly. Import bond requirements vary depending on entry type and cargo value, and working with a licensed broker helps ensure compliance from the start.
The Laredo crossing handles enormous volumes of goods from Mexico, including manufactured goods, consumer goods, machinery and equipment, textiles and apparel, and agricultural products. TQ Customs Brokerage is positioned to support importers across these categories, helping classify goods accurately and meet all CBP documentation requirements at the time of entry.
Importers should also be aware that certain programs — such as Section 321 de minimis entries, Type 86 entry filings for e-commerce shipments, and duty drawback programs for re-exported goods — may offer cost recovery or simplified clearance options depending on the nature of their cargo and supply chain. A licensed broker can help evaluate whether these programs apply to a given import scenario.
To reach TQ Customs Brokerage, LLC directly, importers can contact the firm by phone at (956) 729-9009 or by email at denise@tqcustomsbrokerage.com. The office is based in Laredo, TX, making it readily accessible for importers and freight forwarders operating at the border.
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What port does TQ Customs Brokerage, LLC primarily serve?
TQ Customs Brokerage is based in Laredo, TX, and primarily serves the Laredo port of entry — the largest inland port in the US by trade value and a major gateway for US-Mexico cross-border freight.
Can TQ Customs Brokerage help a first-time importer set up a continuous customs bond?
Yes. A continuous customs bond is a standard CBP requirement for regular commercial importers. TQ Customs Brokerage can guide first-time importers through bond requirements and the entry process from start to finish.