Customs Brokerage
/ˈkʌstəmz ˈbroʊkərɪdʒ/
Definitions
- (n.) The professional service of clearing goods through customs barriers by preparing and submitting required documentation, paying duties, and facilitating compliance with import/export regulations.
The company hired a customs brokerage to ensure all shipments complied with international trade laws.
Forms
- customs brokerage
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Commentary
Customs brokerage is a specialized legal-administrative function integral to international trade compliance and regulation enforcement.
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