About WORLD COMMERCE FORWARDING, inc.
World Commerce Forwarding, Inc. is a CBP-licensed customs broker based in Houston, Texas, operating under filer code E66. Houston sits at the heart of one of the busiest port networks in the United States — anchored by the Port of Houston, a leading gateway for energy sector goods, industrial machinery, chemicals, steel, and consumer cargo. World Commerce Forwarding is positioned to assist importers navigating CBP entry requirements, HTS classification, importer security filings, and continuous customs bond procurement. Whether you are a first-time importer or an established business managing complex supply chains, this Houston-based brokerage can guide you through the customs clearance process at one of the nation's premier trade corridors.
World Commerce Forwarding, Inc. is a federally licensed U.S. customs broker located in Houston, Texas, holding CBP filer code E66. Houston is home to one of the most strategically significant port complexes in the country — the Port of Houston consistently ranks among the top U.S. ports by total tonnage, handling enormous volumes of petrochemicals, industrial equipment, steel and metals, manufactured goods, and consumer products. Importers operating in this region require a knowledgeable customs partner who understands both the regulatory environment and the commodity mix that flows through Texas.
For importers new to the process, customs clearance begins well before cargo arrives at the U.S. border. An Importer Security Filing — commonly known as ISF or 10+2 — must be submitted to CBP at least 72 hours before ocean freight departs a foreign port. World Commerce Forwarding can assist with accurate and timely ISF filing, reducing the risk of CBP penalties that can reach $5,000 per violation. The brokerage also prepares commercial entries using CBP Form 3461 for immediate release and CBP Form 7501 for entry summary, ensuring correct HTS code classification that determines applicable duty rates.
Houston's trade profile makes HTS code accuracy especially critical. Misclassification of goods — whether electronics, steel products, chemicals, or machinery — can trigger CBP scrutiny, additional duties under trade remedy programs like Section 301 or antidumping measures, and potential focused assessment audits under CBP's compliance measurement programs. Proper classification under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule is one of the most valuable services a licensed customs broker provides.
For importers who have overpaid duties in the past, or who manufacture goods in the U.S. using imported components that are later exported, a duty drawback program under 19 USC 1313 may allow recovery of up to 99% of duties, taxes, and fees paid. Understanding how to file duty drawback correctly — and maintaining the documentation required to support a claim — is a specialized area where experienced customs brokers add measurable value.
World Commerce Forwarding also assists clients with continuous customs bond procurement, which is required for importers who clear goods with CBP on a regular basis and is generally more cost-effective than purchasing single-entry bonds for every shipment. For low-value e-commerce and direct-to-consumer shipments, the broker can advise on Section 321 de minimis provisions, which allow duty-free entry for shipments valued at $800 or less.
Importers searching for a customs broker near the Port of Houston, or those shipping through Texas trade corridors, will find World Commerce Forwarding a practical resource for navigating CBP requirements, minimizing compliance risk, and managing the full lifecycle of a commercial import entry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What CBP filer code does World Commerce Forwarding use?
World Commerce Forwarding, Inc. operates under CBP filer code E66 and is licensed to clear goods at U.S. ports of entry including those in the Houston, Texas area.
Can World Commerce Forwarding help with duty drawback refund claims?
Licensed customs brokers in Houston can assist importers with duty drawback claims under 19 USC 1313, helping identify eligible shipments, compile required documentation, and file claims with CBP to recover up to 99% of duties paid.
What is an Importer Security Filing and does this broker handle it?
An Importer Security Filing (ISF) is a CBP requirement for ocean freight shipments that must be submitted at least 72 hours before departure from a foreign port. World Commerce Forwarding can prepare and transmit ISF filings on behalf of importers to avoid costly CBP penalties.
Do I need a continuous customs bond if I import regularly through Houston?
Yes. Importers who clear multiple shipments per year typically benefit from a continuous customs bond, which covers all CBP transactions for a 12-month period and is generally more economical than single-entry bonds. Your customs broker can help determine the appropriate bond amount and arrange coverage.