Translink CHB, Inc.

Translink CHB, Inc. is a federally licensed customs broker based in Great Neck, New York, holding CBP filer code 9YL. The firm serves the greater New York and Long Island business community, with practical access to the Port of New York and New Jersey — one of the largest and most complex ports of entry on the Eastern Seaboard. Importers in the tri-state region looking for a customs broker near them will find Translink CHB well-positioned to handle commercial entry filings and CBP compliance across a wide range of cargo types.

For importers bringing goods into the United States, proper customs documentation is non-negotiable. Translink CHB assists clients with customs entry preparation, ensuring that commercial invoices, packing lists, and supporting documents are properly compiled before goods arrive at the port. The firm also manages importer security filing (ISF), commonly known as the ISF 10+2 filing, which must be submitted to CBP at least 24 hours before a vessel departs a foreign port. Late or inaccurate ISF filings can result in significant penalties, making it essential to work with an experienced licensed customs broker.

Import bond requirements are another area where first-time importers frequently need guidance. Translink CHB can advise on whether a single-entry bond or a continuous customs bond is appropriate for your import volume and help facilitate the bonding process. A continuous bond is typically the more cost-effective solution for importers who ship regularly throughout the year.

HTS code classification is a foundational element of any customs entry. Assigning the correct Harmonized Tariff Schedule code determines the applicable duty rate, admissibility requirements, and any trade remedy tariffs such as Section 301 duties. Translink CHB's familiarity with tariff code structures helps importers avoid misclassification errors that can trigger CBP scrutiny or unexpected duty assessments.

The firm is also able to support clients exploring duty drawback programs — a mechanism that allows importers to recover duties paid on goods that are subsequently exported or destroyed. For eligible importers, duty drawback can represent meaningful cost recovery. Additional entry types, including Type 86 entries for Section 321 de minimis shipments valued at $800 or less, are increasingly relevant for e-commerce importers, and Translink CHB's licensed staff can help determine when these filings are appropriate.

Located in Nassau County on Long Island, Translink CHB serves both local businesses and national importers that need a knowledgeable East Coast customs broker with direct proximity to New York-area ports and air cargo facilities, including JFK International Airport. Contact the office at 718-656-1688 for more information about how Translink CHB can support your import operations.