Yong Mun Choe

Yong Mun Choe is a federally licensed customs broker operating out of Levittown, New York, assigned CBP filer code 8MD. Levittown sits in Nassau County on Long Island, placing this broker in close geographic reach of the Port of New York and New Jersey — the largest port on the East Coast and a primary entry point for goods arriving from Europe, Asia, and beyond. For importers moving cargo through JFK International Airport or the marine terminals at Newark and Port Newark, having a licensed broker familiar with this corridor is a practical advantage.

Customs brokers licensed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection are authorized to prepare and file commercial entries on behalf of importers, classify goods under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), and ensure shipments meet all applicable CBP requirements before release. For a first-time importer, understanding the full scope of requirements — from the importer security filing (ISF) that must be submitted 24 hours before vessel loading, to CBP Form 3461 for entry, to the continuous customs bond that covers ongoing import activity — can be overwhelming. A licensed broker like Yong Mun Choe can guide clients through each step of this process.

The New York metro area sees a wide range of imported goods, including electronics, consumer goods, textiles and apparel, and general merchandise. Importers bringing in these categories frequently encounter questions around HTS code classification, admissibility, and duty liability. Proper classification is foundational to compliance, as it determines duty rates, eligibility for trade agreement benefits, and exposure to Section 301 or antidumping duties.

Beyond entry preparation, importers should be aware of cost-recovery programs such as the duty drawback program under 19 USC 1313, which allows refunds of duties paid on goods that are subsequently exported or destroyed. For lower-value shipments, the Section 321 de minimis threshold allows goods valued at $800 or less to enter duty-free, a consideration increasingly relevant for e-commerce importers. Customs brokers can also assist with prior disclosure filings to CBP when errors in past entries need to be corrected proactively.

Importers in Nassau County, Suffolk County, Queens, and the broader New York metro region searching for a customs broker near them may find Yong Mun Choe a convenient and accessible option. To discuss your import requirements or get assistance with an upcoming shipment, contact the office directly at 347-558-2433.