Customs Compliance

Customs Clearance Services

At Charles Kendall Freight, we understand that navigating customs regulations can be complex and time-consuming. Our dedicated customs clearance team is here to simplify the process for you, ensuring your shipments move smoothly across borders.

Why Choose Us?

Expertise and Experience

With decades of experience in customs brokerage, our team is well-versed in the latest regulations and procedures. We handle all aspects of customs clearance, from documentation to compliance, so you can focus on your core business.

Global Reach

Our extensive network spans the UK, Europe, Far East, Middle East, and USA, providing you with seamless customs solutions wherever your goods are headed.

Comprehensive Services

We manage everything from import and export declarations to duty and tax calculations, ensuring full compliance with international trade laws.

Tailored Solutions

We understand that every business is unique. Our team works closely with you to develop customised solutions that meet your specific needs and requirements.

Our Services Include:

• Import and export customs declarations
• Duty and tax calculations
• Compliance with international trade regulations
• Management of customs documentation
• Liaison with customs authorities
• Advice on tariff classifications and duty reliefs

Compliance

Whether you’re importing or exporting, we work closely with international standards and our global partners to ensure that we uphold the highest standards and keep our clients compliant.

Charles Kendall draws on decades of experience working in systems such as C-TPAT (The Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism), AEO (Authorised Economic Operator) and ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) to provide you with one of the highest quality advisory services anywhere in the world; from audits, risk assessments and customs regime advisory to taxation and environmental protection. Globally, customs regimes are becoming increasingly complex. From tariffs, regulations and coding , the scope continues to increase.

Our ISO Accreditations

ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management System - A QMS is a clearly defined set of business processes. It is a core tenet of the ISO 9001 standard for quality management. Together with the relevant documentation, it defines your organisation’s commitment to creating products and services in accordance with pre-defined quality standards.

ISO 27001:2022 – Information Security Management System - is a globally recognised standard that helps protect and manage your data assets effectively.

Compliance Health check Service

We provide an in-house Compliance Health Check service including; on-site audit of current import and export practices by our Compliance Manager with over 30 years of experience . Product classification advice and follow-up with Customs for rulings to establish correct rates of duty.

Analysis of Customs procedures has benefitted our customers in many ways; from duty and demurrage savings to advice on Fiscal Representation which can improve your cash flow and provide consistent delivery lead times, as well as more accurate forecasting and planning.