Bonded Warehouse Services
Express Freight Management offers secure and compliant bonded warehouse solutions, connecting your business from the United States to key markets across the globe. Whether you require the flexibility of a short-term bonded warehouse or the stability of a long-term contract, our facilities are equipped to handle your specific import, export, and storage needs while deferring duties and taxes.
Why Choose Us?
- Bonded Warehouse Experts: Our specialists have over 10 years of experience in the industry, guiding and serving 1000s of corporate and individual clients.
- Full One Stop Freight Forwarding Services: As part of our one-stop freight forwarding solution, our bonded warehouse service is designed to be seamless for our clients. This includes the door-to-door picking up and delivery of cargo, secure storage within our bonded facility, processing of customs clearance, and even the application for cargo insurance.
- Accurate Quotations With No Hidden Costs: We take pride in providing accurate bonded warehouse quotations that are straightforward and transparent, allowing you to budget effectively and make informed decisions.
Request For Logistics Assistance Now!
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Get Your Cargo Delivered
Free Quotation For Your Shipment
One Stop Freight Solutions For Your Convenience
OUR BONDED WAREHOUSE SERVICE COVERS
OUR NETWORK OF BONDED GATEWAY HUBS
NOTE: If your required port of entry is not listed above, please contact us. We maintain a network of trusted partners that allows us to provide bonded warehouse solutions across the United States and various destination markets.
Consolidate cargo from multiple countries and re-export globally from this Free Trade Zone nexus without duty payments.
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Focus: Multi-Country Consolidation, Global Re-export, Value-Added Services.
Provide specialized logistics for the high-value needs of the energy sector and serve the domestic import market.
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Focus: Oil & Gas Logistics, High-Value Imports.
Use our Bonded Logistics Centers (PLB) to defer duties and streamline entry into the massive Indonesian market.
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Focus: Indonesian Market Entry, Inter-Island Distribution.
A cost-effective base for regional distribution and managing goods flow through a key global shipping lane.
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Focus: Regional Distribution, Industrial Goods.
Mitigate port congestion and create a stable distribution center to serve the vast domestic Philippine market.
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Focus: Port Congestion Mitigation, Domestic Distribution.
Facilitates Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing with duty-free storage for the automotive and electronics sectors.
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Focus: Automotive & Electronics Components, JIT Manufacturing.
Supports the “China Plus One” strategy by managing duty-free raw materials in and consolidated finished goods out.
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Focus: Manufacturing Support, Export Consolidation, Sourcing Logistics.
Seattle, Washington
The primary gateway to the Pacific Northwest and a critical, less congested link for Asia-Canada trade, ideal for aerospace and tech goods.
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Focus: Pacific Northwest Access, Asia-Canada Trade, Aerospace & Tech.
Oakland, California
A key entry point for the Bay Area and a major export hub for US agricultural products, offering an efficient alternative to SoCal ports.
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Focus: Northern California Market, Agricultural Exports, Congestion Alternative.
Los Angeles, California
The premier US entry point for Asia-Pacific trade, allowing you to defer duties and manage inventory for the entire West Coast.
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Focus: Asia Imports, West Coast Distribution, Duty Deferment.
Houston, Texas
A strategic hub for heavy industry and a launchpad for re-exporting goods duty-free to Latin American markets.
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Focus: Project Cargo, Energy Sector, Latin America Re-export.
Savannah, Georgia
A fast-growing port providing efficient access to the booming Southeast market for retail, manufacturing, and agriculture.
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Focus: Southeast US Distribution, Port Congestion Alternative, Manufacturing.
New York / New Jersey
Your gateway to the largest US consumer market, ideal for holding European goods in-bond until market-ready.
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Focus: European Imports, East Coast Distribution, Consumer Goods.
Chicago, Illinois
A critical inland hub that avoids coastal congestion, allowing duty deferment closer to the final Midwest destination.
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Focus: Intermodal Rail, Midwest Distribution, Inland Duty Deferment.
Why Choose A Bonded Warehouse?
Request For Logistics Assistance Now!
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Engage Us Over Email / WhatsApp
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Consult Our Specialist(s)
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Get Your Cargo Delivered
Express Freight Management
Express Freight Management is your one-stop shipping solutions provider. With a global reach and a commitment to customer satisfaction, we ensure smooth and efficient shipping from start to finish.
Customer Satisfaction
We are committed to providing exceptional customer service and ensuring your complete satisfaction with our shipping solutions. Our dedicated team goes above and beyond to address your needs, resolve any issues promptly, and ensure a smooth shipping experience from start to finish.
Global Reach
By being located in one of the world’s busiest port-of-call with free-trade zone benefits, we have served a multitude of clients from around the world. To do so, we have partnered with many companies worldwide such as sea carriers like NVOCCs and VOCCs. This ensures that you get the most efficient routes at the most competitive prices.
Personalized Experience
We understand that each of our clients needs is unique. Hence, you will be assigned a personal consultant who will assist you with all your shipping enquiries. The consultant will keep you up to date on the status of your shipments and ensure that your goods arrive at your destination safely and promptly.
FAQs About Warehousing Services
What Is A Bonded Warehouse?
A bonded warehouse is a secure building or area that is officially licensed and regulated by a country’s customs authority. Its fundamental purpose is to serve as a secure holding area for imported goods before they are officially “entered” into the commerce of that country. To operate, the warehouse owner must post a “customs bond,” which is a financial guarantee to the government that all duties and taxes will be paid. This legal and financial framework effectively creates a neutral zone where importers can safely store cargo while deciding on its final destination, all without the immediate financial pressure of a large duty payment upon arrival.
What Is The Difference Between A Bonded And Non-Bonded Warehouse?
The primary distinction lies in the customs status of the inventory and the level of regulatory control.
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A Bonded Warehouse is designed exclusively for goods where duties are unpaid and deferred. It operates under strict supervision from customs authorities, with every inbound and outbound movement tracked and reported. It is best used as a strategic tool for managing international trade, cash flow, or re-export operations.
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A Non-Bonded Warehouse (or general warehouse) is for storing domestic goods or imported goods for which all duties and taxes have been fully paid and cleared by customs. It is free from direct customs oversight, allowing for immediate and flexible domestic distribution. Its main purpose is standard inventory management for goods already circulating within the country.
What Are The Disadvantages Of A Bonded Warehouse?
The disadvantages are directly tied to its strict regulatory nature and inherent limitations. The most significant drawback is the high administrative burden, which includes meticulous record-keeping, detailed inventory tracking for every item, and regular reporting to customs. Secondly, there are strict restrictions on what you can do with the goods. Activities like manufacturing, assembly, or any substantial alteration are generally prohibited, as the goods are not yet part of the domestic market. Finally, these compliance and security requirements can sometimes translate to higher operational costs compared to a non-bonded facility.
How Long Can Goods Stay In A Bonded Warehouse?
In the United States, goods are permitted to remain in a bonded warehouse for a maximum period of up to 5 years from their original date of importation. This is a statutory limit and is not intended for indefinite storage. Once this 5-year period concludes, the importer is faced with a firm deadline and must choose one of three actions:
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Formally enter the goods into the US market by paying all owed duties, taxes, and fees.
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Export the goods to another country, which cancels the duty obligation to the US.
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Destroy the goods under the direct supervision of a customs officer.