About W J BYRNES CO OF LA
W J Byrnes Co of LA is a CBP-licensed customs broker based in Torrance, California, operating under filer code 862. Located near the Los Angeles and Long Beach port complex — among the busiest cargo gateways in the United States — the firm is positioned to assist importers moving goods across the Pacific from Asia and beyond. With direct contact through a dedicated broker representative, W J Byrnes Co of LA handles the customs clearance process for commercial importers navigating CBP requirements, tariff classification, and entry filing. Whether you're a first-time importer or an established business managing ongoing import programs, the firm offers practical customs brokerage support in one of the country's most active trade corridors.
W J Byrnes Co of LA holds a CBP customs broker license under filer code 862 and operates out of Torrance, California — a South Bay community situated minutes from the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach. These twin ports together handle the largest volume of containerized cargo entering the United States, making the Los Angeles Basin one of the most strategically important regions for licensed customs brokers serving importers of electronics, consumer goods, machinery, apparel, and raw materials arriving primarily from Asia.
For importers navigating the commercial entry process under CBP Form 3461 and related documentation, a locally licensed broker like W J Byrnes Co of LA provides hands-on support with customs entry preparation, tariff classification, and HTS code determination. Proper HTS code identification is foundational to accurate duty assessment, and errors in classification can trigger additional scrutiny, including a focused assessment by CBP customs — a formal audit process that can expose importers to significant liability.
The firm is equipped to assist with Importer Security Filing (ISF), the mandatory 10+2 data submission required at least 24 hours before ocean cargo is loaded at a foreign port. Failure to file ISF on time exposes importers to CBP penalties up to $5,000 per violation. For clients with continuous import activity, W J Byrnes Co of LA can help evaluate and arrange a continuous customs bond, which covers all entries filed under a single bond rather than requiring individual transaction bonds.
Importers who have previously overpaid duties or whose goods qualify under manufacturing or unused merchandise conditions may benefit from exploring a duty drawback program. The duty drawback refund process allows eligible companies to recover up to 99% of duties paid on imported goods that are subsequently exported or destroyed. W J Byrnes Co of LA can guide clients through how to file duty drawback correctly and within the statutory timeframes.
For low-value shipments entering under Section 321 de minimis rules — currently set at $800 per day per importer — the firm can clarify eligibility and entry procedures. First-time importers especially benefit from working with an experienced broker who understands the full scope of CBP requirements, from initial entry filing through post-entry audits. If a compliance issue has already arisen, the option of a prior disclosure to CBP can reduce potential penalties significantly, and an experienced broker can help assess whether that path is appropriate.
Reachable directly at 310-615-2325 or via email at jmolina@wjbyrnes.com, W J Byrnes Co of LA serves the Torrance, Los Angeles, and broader Southern California import community.
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What port does W J Byrnes Co of LA primarily serve?
Based in Torrance, CA, W J Byrnes Co of LA is located near the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach — the largest containerized cargo gateway in the United States — and is well-positioned to handle clearances for ocean freight arriving from Asia and other international origins.
Can W J Byrnes Co of LA help with ISF filing for ocean shipments?
Yes. Importer Security Filing (ISF) must be submitted at least 24 hours before cargo is loaded at the foreign port. W J Byrnes Co of LA can manage ISF submissions to keep your shipments compliant and avoid CBP penalties.
Does W J Byrnes Co of LA assist with duty drawback refund claims?
The firm can provide guidance on duty drawback eligibility and the filing process, which allows importers to recover up to 99% of duties paid on goods that are subsequently exported or destroyed under qualifying conditions.
How can I contact W J Byrnes Co of LA?
You can reach W J Byrnes Co of LA by phone at 310-615-2325 or by email at jmolina@wjbyrnes.com. The firm is located in Torrance, California.