YVONNE WING SZE POON

Yvonne Wing Sze Poon holds an active CBP customs broker license and operates out of Gardena, California, a city situated in the heart of the South Bay region of Los Angeles County. Her location places her within close proximity to the Port of Los Angeles and the Port of Long Beach, which together form the largest port complex in the United States and serve as the primary entry point for a significant share of U.S. imports from Asia, including electronics, consumer goods, textiles, apparel, and machinery.

For first-time importers working through the LA/Long Beach gateway, understanding the customs clearance process can be daunting. A licensed broker like Yvonne Poon can assist with the preparation and submission of commercial entries using CBP Form 3461, coordinate the release of cargo, and ensure proper HTS code classification — including for complex product categories such as electronics. Accurate tariff classification directly affects duty rates, making this a critical step in any importing goods into the USA checklist.

Beyond basic entry filing, importers moving frequent or high-volume shipments may benefit from guidance on continuous customs bonds, which cover unlimited entries within a bond period and are generally required for commercial importers. For those who believe they may have overpaid duties in the past, a duty drawback program under 19 USC 1313 allows eligible importers to recover a portion of duties paid — a process commonly referred to as a duty drawback refund.

Importers shipping lower-value goods may also qualify for Section 321 de minimis treatment, which allows shipments valued at $800 or less to enter the U.S. duty-free. Proper use of this provision requires careful attention to CBP regulations and eligibility rules.

Additionally, Yvonne Poon's CBP license authorizes her to assist with Importer Security Filing (ISF) submissions, which are required at least 24 hours before cargo is loaded at the foreign port. Late or inaccurate ISF filings can result in liquidated damages, making timely and accurate filing essential for ocean freight importers.

Importers who have identified potential compliance errors may also benefit from understanding prior disclosure to CBP, a voluntary process that can significantly reduce penalties under certain circumstances. Whether you are a first-time importer or an established company looking for a customs broker near the Port of Los Angeles, Yvonne Wing Sze Poon's local presence and federal licensing make her a relevant point of contact for customs brokerage services in the Gardena and greater Los Angeles area.