Sea Port Port Code: 1801

Customs Brokers at Port of Tampa

Port of Tampa is a major seaport handling containerized ocean freight, bulk cargo, and vehicle imports in Florida. The 11 licensed customs brokers below are authorized to clear shipments at this port and any other U.S. port of entry.

KUEHNE & NAGEL INC
Tampa, FL
Consumer Goods Machinery & Equipment Food & Beverage
Kuehne & Nagel Inc is a licensed U.S. customs broker operating out of Tampa, Florida, under CBP filer code 101. Part of one of the world's largest logistics and freight forwarding networks, Kuehne & Nagel's Tampa office serves importers moving cargo through Florida's Gulf Coast ports and beyond. The firm handles customs entry preparation, importer security filing (ISF), HTS code classification, and ACE portal submissions for a broad range of commodity types. With a national footprint that includes offices in Boston, Austin, and other major port cities, Kuehne & Nagel provides importers with access to experienced customs professionals capable of managing complex cross-border trade compliance requirements across multiple ports of entry.
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ALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL CHB INC
Saint Petersburg, FL
Alliance International CHB Inc is a licensed customs broker and logistics company based in Saint Petersburg, Florida, operating under filer code ATJ. The firm provides comprehensive customs clearance services and freight forwarding solutions for importers shipping goods into the United States. Strategically positioned on Florida's Gulf Coast, Alliance International serves businesses requiring customs brokerage services for imports arriving through Florida's major ports and airports, with particular expertise in shipments from Latin America and the Caribbean region.
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J CORTINA INC
Clearwater, FL
Consumer Goods Machinery & Equipment
J. Cortina, Inc. is a licensed U.S. customs broker headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, with over four decades of experience serving importers across the Gulf Coast region and beyond. Established in 1979, the firm brings deep institutional knowledge of CBP regulations, entry procedures, and trade compliance to businesses of all sizes. Located at 3118 Gulf To Bay Blvd., Suite 304 in Clearwater, J. Cortina offers personalized customs brokerage services for companies importing goods through Florida ports, including Tampa Bay-area facilities. Importers looking for a reliable, experienced broker in the Tampa-Clearwater corridor will find J. Cortina a well-established resource with a long track record in the import trade community.
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Ann C. Shipherd
Tampa, FL
Aerospace & Defense Energy & Oil Chemicals
Ann C. Shipherd is a dual-licensed customs broker and international trade attorney serving Tampa, Florida and the Gulf Coast region. With over 15 years of specialized experience, she provides a unique combination of legal counsel and practical customs brokerage services. Her practice focuses on regulatory compliance, customs defense, and strategic planning for importers navigating U.S. Customs and Border Protection requirements. Ann is affiliated with Port Tampa Bay and serves clients requiring both legal representation and hands-on customs clearance expertise.
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EntryUS LLC
Saint Petersburg, FL
Food & Beverage
EntryUS LLC is a licensed U.S. customs broker based in Saint Petersburg, Florida, operating under filer code 9UJ. The firm provides comprehensive customs clearance services for importers throughout the United States, with particular expertise in food and beverage imports requiring FDA compliance. Located in the Tampa Bay area with a Washington D.C. phone presence, EntryUS serves clients importing from Latin America, the Caribbean, and global markets. Their services include entry filing, regulatory compliance consulting, and coordination with freight forwarders to facilitate smooth customs clearance processes.
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EDUARDO ARECCO
Tampa, FL
Automotive Food & Beverage Perishables
Eduardo A Arecco CHB is a licensed customs broker based in Tampa, Florida, with over three decades of experience facilitating international trade. Strategically located across from US Customs in Tampa, the firm specializes in customs clearance for a diverse range of imports including Fish and Wildlife services, live ornamental fish, automobiles, recreational vehicles, food products, and textiles. As a Certified Customs House Broker (CHB), Eduardo Arecco provides comprehensive import solutions including ISF filing, customs entry preparation, passenger hand carry clearance, and local freight coordination for shipments arriving through Tampa's ports and airports.
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AJ ARANGO
Tampa, FL
A.J. Arango Inc. is a family-owned customs brokerage firm serving Tampa and Orlando, Florida since 1948. With offices strategically located in Tampa's Historic Ybor City, Tampa International Airport, and Port Tampa Bay, the company has built over seven decades of expertise in customs clearance and international trade compliance. Their staff includes four licensed customs brokers with combined experience exceeding 100 years, handling diverse product types from countries worldwide. As one of Florida's leading customs brokers, A.J. Arango provides comprehensive import and export services for businesses requiring reliable CBP-compliant clearance solutions.
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JOSE M. MUNOZ
Tampa, FL
Consumer Goods Food & Beverage
Jose M. Munoz is a CBP-licensed customs broker based in Tampa, Florida, operating under filer code BDI. Tampa's position as a major Gulf Coast port city makes it a strategic hub for importers moving goods through Port Tampa Bay, one of Florida's most active cargo ports. Brokers operating in this market routinely handle shipments arriving from Latin America, the Caribbean, and Europe, including consumer goods, food products, and general merchandise. Jose M. Munoz can be reached directly at 813-786-3509 for inquiries related to customs clearance and import entry services. Importers seeking licensed customs broker representation in the Tampa area will find a locally established professional with knowledge of the port's procedures and CBP requirements.
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Anderson Customs Brokerage, LLC
Tampa, FL
Anderson Customs Brokerage, LLC is a licensed customs broker based in Tampa, Florida, operating under filer code 8V8. Located at 116 S Himes Ave, the firm provides customs clearance and compliance services for importers throughout the Tampa Bay area and Gulf Coast region. As a federally licensed United States customs broker, Anderson Customs Brokerage facilitates the entry of imported goods through U.S. Customs and Border Protection, ensuring proper documentation, duty assessment, and regulatory compliance for international shipments arriving through Florida's major ports and airports.
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UNI INTERNATIONAL AMERICA CORP.
Saint Petersburg, FL
Consumer Goods Electronics
UNI International America Corp is a licensed U.S. customs broker based in Saint Petersburg, Florida, holding CBP filer code BKW. Located along Florida's Gulf Coast, the firm is positioned to serve importers moving goods through Tampa Bay area ports and beyond. Saint Petersburg's proximity to Port Tampa Bay — one of the Gulf's busiest cargo hubs — makes UNI International a practical choice for businesses importing consumer goods, electronics, and general merchandise into the southeastern United States. The firm handles the regulatory requirements that importers face when bringing goods into U.S. commerce, including customs entry preparation, HTS classification, and coordination with CBP on clearance matters. Whether you are a first-time importer navigating the basics or an established business managing recurring shipments, UNI International America Corp offers licensed brokerage services to help move your cargo through customs.
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SACK & MENENDEZ, INC.
Tampa, FL
Alcohol & Tobacco Food & Beverage Agriculture
Sack & Menendez, Inc. is a Tampa, Florida-based customs brokerage and international freight forwarding firm founded in 1954 by José and Dalia Menendez and Francis Sack. Originally established in what was then known as the Cigar Capital of the World, the firm has spent over seven decades serving importers across a wide range of industries. With CBP filer code 660, Sack & Menendez provides customs entry preparation, ISF 10+2 filing, continuous customs bond management, and compliance support for businesses importing through the Port of Tampa and beyond. The firm combines deep institutional knowledge with hands-on service for clients navigating the complexities of U.S. customs regulations and partner government agency requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find a customs broker at Port of Tampa?

CustomsBrokerIndex lists 11 CBP-licensed customs brokers serving Port of Tampa. Browse profiles above, compare specialties, and contact brokers directly — all free.

What types of shipments clear through Port of Tampa?

Port of Tampa is a major seaport handling containerized ocean freight, bulk cargo, and vehicle imports in Florida (port code: 1801). Customs brokers handle all types of commercial entries here, including formal entries for shipments over $2,500, informal entries, and in-bond movements.

Do I need a customs broker at Port of Tampa?

Any commercial import valued over $2,500 — or any regulated commodity such as food, pharmaceuticals, or vehicles — requires a formal CBP entry. While importers can self-file, hiring a licensed customs broker significantly reduces the risk of delays, examinations, and penalties.

Can a customs broker at Port of Tampa handle shipments at other U.S. ports?

Yes. All CBP-licensed customs brokers are authorized to file entries at any U.S. port of entry, not just Port of Tampa. Remote Location Filing (RLF) allows most brokers to clear shipments electronically regardless of where the goods arrive.

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