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Customs Brokerage Solutions
Simplify Moving Goods Across Borders. Compliant and Quick at the Right Price.
Challenges shipping across borders shouldn’t slow down your business. Whether you are importing finished goods or the raw materials, we can help you simplify the process by managing regulatory requirements, tariffs and the documentation needed for a smooth clearance process. This is where a smarter, scalable able makes all the difference.
As a trusted Canadian third-party logistics (3PL) provider with over 75 years of experience, McKenna Logistics Centres empowers international brands and fast-growing Canadian businesses to streamline freight movement across the country and beyond with through partners with dual licensing in both the United States and Canada. Our customs brokerage services combine expert compliance support and care enabling you to ship faster by means of faster customs clearance.
What Is Customs Broker Services?
Ship Across Borders Compliantly without Unnecessary Friction or Costs
A customs broker is a licensed company or individual that navigates the complex import and export process of clearing goods through customs on your behalf.
Handled in-house, it can be complex and time-consuming. But when managed by a trusted partner like McKenna Logistics Centres, it becomes a strategic advantage, We handle the paperwork, duties calculations and assist you with navigating trade laws in order to reduce risk and save you time and money in the process.
Our Customs Brokerage Services
End-to-End Customs Clearance with Confidence
International shipping can be daunting, with one mistake often leading to delays or worse. Let us handle the details so you don’t have to.
Here’s what we manage on your behalf:
We Calculate Duty Amount and Tariff Classification
Our brokers us code from the HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) to calculate duties and taxes owed and help you prevent costly errors.
We Handle the Customs Documentation
Our broker handles the Commercial invoice, bill of lading, and certificate of origin. This ensures complete and on-time submission of these important documents.
We Assist with Regulatory Compliance
Our brokers keep up to speed on the ever evolving space of international trade laws, help you understand how new rules and regulations affect your business and are crucial in ensuring your compliance.
Brokers handle the Collection and Payment of Duties and Taxes
All import duties, excise taxes and tariffs are payed by our broker on your behalf to help avoid shipment delays or seizures.
Customs Bonds and Security Filings
Some shipments require a customs bond and security filing. We arrange these via your broker allowing your good to enter with the minimum amount of delay.
Why Choose McKenna Logistics Centres for Customs Broker Services?
We Provide the Following Customs Broker Services
Import & Export Clearance
We handle all documentation and filings for imports and exports. We are able to minimize risks and delays through our strong process and high degree of accuracy.
Tariff & Duty Management
Compliance is insured and import costs are kept low by verifying duties and HTS codes.
E-commerce + Retail Brokerage
We streamline customs clearance to keep your shipment moving rapidly. This enables us to handle the specific needs of high volume retails customer, even during seasonal peaks.
Manufacturing + Industrial Brokerage
We allow you to avoid costly delays by handling the documentation of parts, raw materials and industrial goods.
Trade Compliance Consulting
By tracking recent developments in trade regulations, we are able to guide you through the process and maintain compliance.
Bonded Warehousing
We keep your shipments safe by arrangeing bonded warehousing when your goods need storage before clearance.
How It Works: Our Process
A Proven Approach for Prompt and Compliant Customs Clearance
At McKenna Logistics Centres, we eliminate that chaos. Our step-by-step process is designed to simplify your operations, restore predictability, and provide you with visibility into your cross-border shipments, without adding to your team’s workload.
Here’s how our customs broker process works:
Concierge Care
We prioritize your needs, remaining accountable and responsive throughout the process to ensure smooth delivery of your goods, as well as your peace of mind.
EDI Data Process
An automated EDI processes allows us to tacke high volume clearance via EDI integration with your ERP.
Delivery Tracking
Automated tracking and daily followups allow for prompt clearances.
Submit, Monitor & Notify
We are able to send instant notifications when we file entries for customs acceptance, and provide real-time tracking information on the shipment.
Audit & Adjust
Senior raters perform compliant audit before the final accounting, confirming regulatory alignment and overall accuracy.
Ready to Simplify Your Freight Operations?
Getting your products where they need to go—on time and on budget—doesn’t have to be a struggle. With McKenna Logistics Centres as your transportation partner, you gain access to reliable carriers, shipment tracking, and a logistics team that manages the details from dispatch to delivery.
Whether you’re launching in the Canadian market or scaling your business, we’ll help you build a freight strategy that supports your growth and saves you time.
Book Your Free Consultation for Transportation Management Solutions
Please fill out the form below to schedule your personalized consultation or to ask any questions about our transportation management solutions. Our team will contact you shortly.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Customs Broker Services
1. Why do businesses use customs brokers?
Working with a licensed customs broker helps you to save time while avoiding costly delays and penalties and saving you time. This allows your to simplify your import/export process while remaining compliant.
2. Do I still need cargo insurance?
Yes. A customs broker ensures your shipment clears, however cargo insurance protects you when the goods themselves are damaged, or lost or stolen while in transit. The best logistics planning will minimize your risk, but can’t stop certain unexpected occurrences such as accidents and weather events.
3. What documents will I need?
Typically, a commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading will be needed to start. It can also vary depending on what you are shipping, and you may also need permits or certificates of origin.
4. Can you help with imports from the United States and Canada?
Yes. we employ partners licensed to operate in both countries, which means we can help you to clear shipments whether they’re entering the USA, Canada, or moving across the border. By working with one partner, you avoid the complexity of juggling multiple providers.
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