Whitzard Customs Brokerage, Inc.

Whitzard Customs Brokerage, Inc. is a licensed U.S. customs broker headquartered in City of Industry, California, one of the most strategically significant import corridors in the country. Situated in the San Gabriel Valley, City of Industry sits at the crossroads of major freight arteries connecting the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach to distribution centers throughout Southern California and beyond. As one of the busiest port complexes in the world, the LA/Long Beach gateway handles enormous volumes of Asia-Pacific imports — and Whitzard is positioned to serve importers navigating that supply chain.

Operating under CBP filer code D9F, Whitzard Customs Brokerage provides a range of customs clearance services tailored to commercial importers. Core offerings include customs entry preparation using CBP Form 3461 for immediate delivery and formal entry processing, importer security filing (ISF, also known as 10+2) required for ocean shipments, and HTS code classification to ensure accurate tariff treatment. For importers uncertain about the hts code meaning or how to apply the correct tariff schedule rate, Whitzard can provide guidance through the classification process.

The City of Industry location also makes Whitzard well-suited for importers bringing in electronics, consumer goods, machinery and equipment, and textiles — categories that dominate trans-Pacific trade lanes. Understanding the nuances of Section 301 tariffs, antidumping and countervailing duty orders, and Section 321 de minimis thresholds is essential in today's trade environment, and a local broker with hands-on entry experience can be a critical resource.

For importers looking to recover previously paid duties, Whitzard may assist with duty drawback programs — a mechanism that allows eligible importers to claim refunds on duties paid for goods that are subsequently exported or destroyed. Many importers overlook duty drawback refund opportunities; working with an experienced broker is often the first step toward identifying eligibility.

Compliantly managing imports also means maintaining a continuous customs bond, which is required for commercial importers making more than a few entries per year. Whitzard can help clients evaluate bond requirements and connect them with appropriate surety providers.

For businesses undergoing or preparing for a CBP focused assessment — an in-depth audit of a company's import compliance program — having a knowledgeable broker on hand is invaluable. Whitzard's familiarity with CBP regulations, prior disclosure procedures, and entry documentation requirements positions them as a resource for importers seeking to strengthen their compliance posture.

First-time importers and established shippers alike can contact the Whitzard team directly at teamca@whitzardcustoms.com to discuss entry filing needs, classification questions, or general import compliance support.