Bonded Carrier

Bonded Carrier

Within the complex framework of the global shipping network, there are a huge number of interests involved. So many products and loads are imported from overseas and therefore, are subject to various regulations, across the different countries that were passed. These incur various costs, taxes and fines, and so, are important for your business to be aware of. In the United States, this is just the same. And, when a bonded load of cargo has been received, it will need to pass through the same customs process as with any other import. However, you may not always need to pay certain costs, especially when the US is not your final destination. The rules for your specific load will vary, depending on your intentions. So, it can be in your interests to work alongside a licensed company with a bonded truck, who will give you the proper advice and guidance about handling your shipment. For the answer to what does bonded mean? Read below.

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Licensed Bonded Carrier
You might be asking yourself what does bonded carrier mean? Shippers Transport Express are a licensed bonded carrier, within the area of Seattle and Tacoma. We have the correct certification, which allows us to move any bonded load. That means, we will be able to transport any in-bond shipment through the country, whether that is to then leave the country again or to be left in another warehouse, elsewhere. Our company operates within the proper legal guidelines and are serious on compliance. So, you know you can place your trust in us, to handle your encounter with the process. We will help you understand and manage all of the legal ramifications with customs, ensuring that you are only paying for what you have to.

Bonded Cargo
For any piece of cargo entering the United States, customs must be consulted and informed. Taxes and duties are placed on every import, all of which need to be paid. If yours are left unpaid, then you won’t be able to remove your shipment from the entrance port. It will sit in a customs warehouse, until the full amount is paid. If left unpaid, your cargo will simply be removed or destroyed, leaving your investment completely worthless.

Bonded Shipments
A bonded shipment is any cargo, being moved in the United States, without the need to pay any taxes or duties. That is because, a bonded shipment will never be destined for the country. It will merely be passing through, to then be transported to its final destination. To reach said destination, you may need to pass towards another port in the country or across the border. For that, you are going to need a licensed bonded carrier international.

Value to Your Business
Working with Shippers Transport Express, as a trusted bonded, means that you can ad value to your business. It means, that if you need to move through the country, you don’t need to pay any more than you should be. There will be no difficulty in the entrance port and you can make the transit much smoother and more efficient. And, our team will be able to give you real and valuable advice, when it comes to handling the customs process in the US. For any company not familiar with them, that can be one of the most essential resources, to have access to.

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Bonded Carrier

What is a bonded truck? A bonded truck is a vehicle that has been designated to carry cargo across international borders without paying duty on it. The cargo in the truck is not allowed to leave the vehicle until it reaches its destination, usually a port of entry. The trucks are usually owned by freight forwarding companies or customs agents who facilitate the transport of goods internationally.


A bonded truck is needed when transporting goods for business purposes. This helps to avoid customs duties, taxes, and fees that would otherwise be imposed on the items being transported. A bonded truck is a specially equipped vehicle that is used to transport goods across borders.


What is a bonded shipment? 


A bonded shipment is when an international cargo is shipped with the intent of creating a customs bond. The cargo is held in a warehouse for a specified period of time before it can be released to its destination.


Bonded shipments are different from other types of shipments because they require more paperwork. They have restrictions on what can be shipped. Bonded shippers also require the purchase of additional insurance, which only covers the cost of the goods and not any losses incurred during shipment.


Bonded shipments, in some cases, take longer than regular shipping. But they offer two major benefits:

Keeps your cargo safe while it waits to be released.

That you don’t have to pay taxes on your cargo until you release it from storage.

Trucking company that is a bonded carrier


A bonded carrier is a company that carries the cargo of more than one company simultaneously. This means that it has an agreement with various parties and is, therefore, able to guarantee delivery for all of them on agreed terms.  This helps those companies keep the shipping cost down.


Bonded carriers are often used by small and medium-sized manufacturing companies. This is because they don't have enough funds to invest in their own fleet and need to rely on other transport companies or brokers for deliveries.  Bonded carriers can assist with paperwork too.


Shippers Transport Express is a bonded trucking company that provides transportation services for the purposes of hauling cargo. They may provide full service to include loading/unloading, storage, as well as maintenance to their customers. A trucking agency may also give their customers the option to pick up the cargo themselves, or they can also have it delivered for a small fee.


 If you are looking for a bonded trucking company, look no further than Shippers Transport Express. We offer bonded trucking services and storage in the Seattle and Tacoma area.  Call today!

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