Quick Pricing Overview
Note: Government fees (MPF, HMF) are additional and collected separately by CBP.
Detailed Service Pricing
| Service | Our Fee | Government Fees | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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Section 321 (Type 86)
De minimis entry under $800
|
$35 - $65 | None | Volume pricing available for 100+ entries/month |
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Formal Entry (Type 01) — Ocean
Standard consumption entry
|
$125 - $175 | MPF + HMF + Duties | Higher rate for multi-line or PGA entries |
|
Formal Entry (Type 01) — Air
Standard consumption entry
|
$95 - $150 | MPF + Duties | No HMF for air shipments |
|
ISF 10+2 Filing
Importer Security Filing
|
$50 - $85 | None | Often bundled with entry fee |
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Warehouse Withdrawal (Type 11)
Release from bonded warehouse
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$75 - $125 | MPF + Duties | For goods stored in FTZ/bonded warehouse |
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Continuous Customs Bond
Annual bond coverage
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$400 - $800/year | N/A | $50k bond ~$450/year; required for frequent importers |
|
Single Transaction Bond
One-time bond for single entry
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$75 - $150 | N/A | Not cost-effective for regular importers |
|
HTS Classification Review
Product classification research
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$150 - $300 | N/A | Per product SKU; binding ruling prep extra |
Understanding Government Fees
In addition to brokerage fees, CBP collects mandatory government fees on most imports. These fees go directly to the U.S. government, not to the broker.
MPF (Merchandise Processing Fee)
Rate: 0.3464% of shipment value
Minimum: $31.67 per entry
Maximum: $614.35 per entry
Applies to: All formal entries (Type 01, 03, 11, etc.)
Not charged on: Section 321 de minimis entries
HMF (Harbor Maintenance Fee)
Rate: 0.125% of shipment value
Minimum: None
Maximum: None
Applies to: Ocean shipments only (not air freight)
Customs Duties & Tariffs
Rate: Varies by HTS code (0% to 37.5%+)
Calculated on: Entered value of goods
Additional: Section 301 tariffs, anti-dumping duties may apply
Not charged on: Section 321 de minimis entries under $800
Example: $5,000 Ocean Shipment
• Brokerage fee: $125-175
• MPF (0.3464%): $17.32
• HMF (0.125%): $6.25
• Duties (assume 5% HTS rate): $250.00
Total estimated cost: $398.57 - $448.57
Volume Pricing for High-Volume Importers
Processing 100+ entries per month? We offer custom pricing plans with significant per-entry discounts.
- ✓ Standard pricing
- ✓ Email support
- ✓ Client portal access
- ✓ 5-day turnaround
- ✓ 15-25% discount
- ✓ Priority support
- ✓ Dedicated account manager
- ✓ Same-day filing
- ✓ Custom reporting
- ✓ Custom pricing
- ✓ White-glove service
- ✓ API integration
- ✓ Instant filing
- ✓ Compliance consulting
Pricing FAQs
How much does a customs broker cost?
Customs broker fees typically range from $35-175 per entry depending on shipment type and complexity. Section 321 (Type 86) entries: $35-65. Formal ocean entries (Type 01): $125-175. Formal air entries: $95-150. ISF 10+2 filing: $50-85. These fees exclude government charges like MPF and HMF.
What are the government fees for customs clearance?
Government fees include: MPF (Merchandise Processing Fee): 0.3464% of value, minimum $31.67, maximum $614.35 per entry. HMF (Harbor Maintenance Fee): 0.125% of value for ocean shipments only. These fees are collected by CBP and separate from brokerage fees.
Do I need a continuous customs bond?
If you import regularly (more than 4-5 shipments per year), a continuous customs bond is more cost-effective than single-entry bonds. A $50,000 continuous bond costs $400-500 annually and covers unlimited entries for one year.
Are there volume discounts for high-volume importers?
Yes. For importers processing 100+ entries per month, we offer custom pricing plans with discounted per-entry rates. Contact us for a volume pricing quote tailored to your import needs.
What's included in your brokerage fee?
Our brokerage fee includes: complete entry preparation and filing, HTS classification, duty calculation, CBP form completion, release notification, record retention, and email/phone support. Additional services like binding rulings, protests, or exam representation are quoted separately.
Do you charge setup fees or monthly minimums?
No setup fees. No monthly minimums. You only pay per entry filed. We require a Power of Attorney (POA) on file, which is free and takes 5 minutes to complete.
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