Planning transport and customs for U.S. inventory
Arrange international transport and customs clearance separately from warehouse fulfillment. Use this checklist to coordinate your first shipment with the carrier or customs professional you choose.
Prepare the details before requesting a quote
- List your products, quantities, values, materials and countries of origin.
- Share the origin, destination, carton dimensions and gross weight.
- Ask your provider which documents are required for your goods and route.
- Confirm who will handle the customs entry and pay duties, taxes and any other charges.
Keep transport separate from warehouse approval
FulfillHarbor reviews products for receiving, storage and fulfillment. We do not arrange international transportation, provide customs clearance or act as the importer for your goods. Warehouse approval does not determine whether a shipment meets import requirements.
Have your chosen provider verify the arrangements before dispatch. For general U.S. guidance, see CBP's information for importers. Requirements and costs depend on the goods and route.
Register approved stock before it ships
Wait for product approval, use the receiving instructions assigned to your account and enter your carrier and tracking details. Follow the inbound inventory guide for the warehouse steps.
For export-side starting points, see the guides for the UK, Germany and the EU and Canada.