Bonded Freight & In-Bond Services
Authorized full-service coordination and oversight of shipments
We provide full-service coordination and oversight of shipments moving under CBP control, with strict adherence to federal regulations and filing procedures.
Scope of Service
We handle all recognized in-bond shipment types, including:
- Immediate Transportation (IT) – Movement of cargo from the port of arrival to a secondary port prior to clearance.
- Transportation & Exportation (T&E) – In-bond transport through the U.S. with export from a different port.
- Immediate Exportation (IE) – Exportation directly from the initial U.S. port of arrival.
All filings are executed electronically through CBP’s ACE platform, with compliance monitored in real time.
Bonded Warehousing Capabilities
Through an established national network of bonded warehouse providers, GSL offers clients access to secure, CBP-compliant storage facilities across the United States. This includes short-term cross-docking options as well as extended bonded warehousing solutions to support import delays, export staging, or duty deferral strategies.
Our reach includes all major U.S. Ports of Entry, allowing us to support complex supply chain routing, port diversions, and customs storage requirements as needed.
Program Benefits
- Deferred Duty Liability – Duties are not assessed until freight formally enters U.S. commerce.
- Flexible Routing – Allows repositioning of freight between ports and warehouses without additional duty exposure.
- Customs Compliance – All handling and storage conducted under active CBP oversight in accordance with 19 CFR §§ 18 and 113.
- Multi-Modal Support – In-bond coordination available across ocean, air, and over-the-road transportation.
Why Partner with GSL
Our team brings deep experience in managing bonded freight movements with precision, speed, and full regulatory compliance. We act as a single point of contact for clients navigating bonded cargo flows, delivering operational visibility and risk mitigation from port to warehouse to final entry or export.
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From our best-in-class network of carriers and cutting-edge technology to our award-winning team members, we offer the best in commercial shipping options. Find out how we help pave the way to success by contacting Global Source Logistics now.