Service fit
Your Customs Broker
As your Customs Broker and Remote Location Filer (RLF) in the United States, we operate five regional customs brokerage execution centers (Laredo, Detroit, Houston, Atlanta, and Los Angeles) this includes northern and southern border entries for imported goods. At Crane Worldwide Logistics, we can file entries in any port of entry in the United States as well as submitting all types of entries as your Customs Broker, including temporary importations, carnets, warehouse, and foreign trade zone entries and help you understand the relevant rules and regulations for customs clearance.
Network
Customs Brokerage support connected to Crane teams and partners across key trade lanes.
Execution
Milestone tracking and exception communication help teams manage risk.
Programs
Solutions can be configured around shipment profile, urgency, geography, and compliance needs.
Customs Brokerage Insights
Guidance, market updates, and logistics intelligence related to customs brokerage.
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Industry Insight News
When to use time-critical logistics
Expedited freight should be reserved for operational moments where downtime, failure risk, or recovery urgency outweighs standard freight economics.
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Market Update
Iran Tensions & Global Supply Chain Disruption: What Shippers Need to Know
Escalating tensions in the Middle East are reshaping global shipping routes and driving rate volatility. From Red Sea diversions to insurance surcharges, shippers need contingency plans that protect cargo flow.
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Explore the core capabilities Crane brings to Customs Brokerage.
Import / Export
As your Customs Broker and Remote Location Filer (RLF) in the United States, we operate five regional customs brokerage execution centers (Laredo, Detroit, Houston, Atlanta, and Los Angeles) this includes northern and southern border entries for imported goods. At Crane Worldwide Logistics, we can file entries in any port of entry in the United States as well as submitting all types of entries as your Customs Broker, including temporary importations, carnets, warehouse, and foreign trade zone entries and help you understand the relevant rules and regulations for customs clearance.
- Full customs brokerage service - all ports, all entry types, all PGAs, ISFs, In-Bonds
- Client-Centric - T&I planning, client-specific SOPs, QBRs
- Execution - Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Compliant
HTS Classification
Crane Worldwide Logistics customs brokerage services operate through an Automated Commercial Environment compliant technology platform and adhere to strict security criteria through its participation in the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism. At Crane - "pre-clearance" is standard, which is "wheels-up" for air shipments, and five days out from arrival for ocean freight. We also offer 24/7 services.
- Execution - Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Compliant
- Compliance - Policies & Procedures, On-Boarding, Auditing, Training, and Development
- Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) Certified, more information on US Customs & Border Protection C-TPAT program here
Duty Support
Crane Worldwide's global customs brokerage operations (including Canadian customs brokerage) offer a variety of services to both importers and exporters including but not limited to: Duty Management, VAT deferment set-up, temporary import and export management, landed cost management, classification projects, duty drawback, audit assessments. Global trade can be complicated, our customs experts are here to support your growing business and give you peace of mind.
- Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) Certified, more information on US Customs & Border Protection C-TPAT program here
- Integrated supply chain and "brokerage-only" services available
- Able to support after hours, weekend and holiday clearances
Related Industries
See the industries where Customs Brokerage supports complex logistics needs.
Government & Defense
Crane Worldwide Logistics supports many government segments with unique logistics solutions that address supply chain challenges in this ever-changing environment.
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Mission-Critical Logistics for Aerospace
Every moment is mission-critical in aerospace. Crane Worldwide delivers supply chain precision, visibility, and control for moving engines, avionics, tools, ground support equipment, spare parts, and more.
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Automotive Logistics Services
Our dedicated worldwide automotive logistics services team has international experience in creating and managing complex supply chain solutions for the automotive industry from auto parts, production parts, after market to finished vehicle logistics (FVL). Together, we ensure our client's end-to-end (E2E) operations are leaner, faster and more cost-effective.
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Consumer Goods Logistics
Consumer goods supply chains require adaptability, accuracy, and scalability across multiple channels. Crane Worldwide Logistics provides logistics services designed to meet the needs of the consumer goods industry, supporting companies as they manage distribution and respond to changing customer expectations.
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Energy Logistics Solutions
Energy logistics is not generic - it demands specialized expertise, technology, and a proven track record. Partner with Crane Worldwide Logistics to reduce risk, ensure compliance, and achieve operational excellence in your energy projects.
View industry ->Why choose Crane
Operational strengths that help customers move freight with confidence.
Global Reach with Local Expertise
Customs brokerage combines global trade knowledge with local broker teams who understand regional entry, documentation, and clearance requirements.
Technology-Enabled Visibility
Classification, document status, and exception workflows help customers reduce clearance delays and compliance surprises.
Configured Around Your Supply Chain
Brokerage support can be shaped around commodity profile, origin, destination, duty strategy, licenses, and importer requirements.
Featured Customs Brokerage Locations
Connect with Crane offices and gateways that support Customs Brokerage.
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Service FAQ
Customs Brokerage is appropriate when shipment profile, service level, compliance requirements, inventory risk, or customer commitments require a coordinated logistics program.
Yes. Crane can configure routing, visibility, documentation, warehousing, and escalation workflows around the customer requirement and lane.
Yes. Service pages are designed to connect freight, contract logistics, trade compliance, technology, industry programs, and location execution.
Air Freight
Air Freight Services
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Battery Logistics: Shipping, Storage and Transportation
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Cargo Insurance
Cargo Insurance
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