Long Beach FTZ Compliance
Long Beach FTZ Compliance - International trade, tariff & customs attorneys. CBP defense. Call (818) 514-7680.
International Trade & Customs Law Services
Comprehensive customs and tariff defense for California importers at the Port of Los Angeles, Port of Long Beach, and all U.S. ports of entry. Services include CBP audit defense, tariff classification, customs valuation, Section 301/232/IEEPA tariff strategy, UFLPA forced labor compliance, duty drawback recovery, and Court of International Trade litigation.
Current Tariff Landscape
With effective tariff rates at historic highs, California businesses need experienced trade counsel. We handle Section 301 China tariffs, Section 232 steel/aluminum tariffs, IEEPA tariff refund claims, and reciprocal tariff compliance.
Free consultation for importers: (818) 514-7680.
Fees, Costs and Case Results
Where representation is offered on a contingency basis there is no attorney fee unless we recover, and the firm advances case costs — filing fees, expert witnesses and medical records — which are then repaid out of any recovery. If there is no recovery, you owe no attorney fee. The specific terms that apply to a matter are set out in the written fee agreement for that matter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) and how does it save money?
- A Foreign Trade Zone is a designated area within the U.S. where foreign and domestic goods are considered outside U.S. customs territory for duty purposes. FTZ benefits include: (1) Duty deferral - pay duties only when goods enter U.S. commerce, (2) Duty elimination - goods re-exported never pay duties, (3) Inverted tariff - pay duty on finished goods even if higher on components, (4) Reduced MPF - merchandise processing fees capped, and (5) Cash flow improvement. Companies can save 6-7 figures annually through FTZ programs.
- Where are FTZs located near Long Beach?
- FTZ #50 (Los Angeles area) covers Long Beach and surrounding areas. There are multiple sites within FTZ #50 including: Port of Long Beach facilities, Port of Los Angeles locations, LAX area, and approved subzones throughout Southern California. Companies can also apply for usage-driven sites at their own facilities. We help companies activate FTZ operations at existing sites or apply for new subzones.
- What is the difference between FTZ manufacturing authority and non-manufacturing?
- Non-manufacturing FTZ (basic operations) allows storage, inspection, repackaging, relabeling, and simple assembly. Manufacturing authority permits production activities that change the tariff classification of goods - this unlocks "inverted tariff" benefits where you pay duty on the lower-duty finished product instead of higher-duty components. Manufacturing authority requires FTZ Board approval and detailed production descriptions.
- How much does FTZ activation cost?
- FTZ activation costs vary: (1) Application fees - FTZ Board charges $7,500-$25,000+ depending on type, (2) Zone operator fees - monthly/annual fees for using existing FTZ sites, (3) CBP user fees - relatively modest, (4) Legal/consulting fees for application preparation. Despite upfront costs, companies with $500K+ annual import volumes typically achieve ROI within 1-2 years through duty savings.
- What are weekly entry procedures and who should use them?
- Weekly entry allows high-volume FTZ users to consolidate entries and pay duties weekly rather than per shipment. This reduces: (1) Entry processing time and costs, (2) CBP bond requirements, (3) Administrative burden. Weekly entry is ideal for manufacturers and distributors importing large volumes continuously. We help companies establish weekly entry procedures with CBP.
Contact Trembach Law Firm
Trembach Law Firm, APC
27001 Agoura Road, Suite 350, Calabasas, CA 91301
Phone: (818) 514-7680
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