Customs Clearance Agents Dover UK - F&B Franzosini & Butti Ltd — Dover

South East, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · CT16 1BY

Company overview

Franzosini & Butti Ltd is a customs clearance specialist and freight forwarder in Dover, operating since 1929. As a freight forwarder in the South East, the company combines Swiss precision, Italian dynamism, and English pragmatism to manage international trade and customs formalities. The team clears over 150,000 shipments annually across European borders, with particular expertise in post-Brexit UK customs procedures. They offer comprehensive customs clearance services including import and export documentation, transit management, ENS and EXS safety declarations, and IPAFFS compliance. The company serves ecommerce businesses requiring cross-border shipments, providing real-time monitoring, tariff classification consultancy, origin certification, and specialised handling of goods under special regimes. Their modern IT systems integrate directly with customs authorities, enabling efficient processing at major UK ports including Dover, Felixstowe, Southampton, and others.

Services offered

Import Customs Services

Management of inbound goods with full compliance with UK regulations, including documentation and customs clearance procedures.

Export Customs Services

Streamlined export documentation and customs clearance solutions for outbound shipments.

Transit Services

Comprehensive customs transit management ensuring uninterrupted movement of goods across borders.

ENS & EXS Safety and Security Declarations

Handling of Entry and Exit Summary declarations and safety security requirements for UK international trade compliance.

IPAFFS Compliance

Import Pre-notification for Food and Feed System compliance for food and animal product shipments.

Customs Consulting

Expert consultancy services covering tariff classification, origin certification, and goods under special regimes.

Location and coverage

Customs Clearance Agents Dover UK - F&B Franzosini & Butti Ltd is based at 1 Cannon St, Dover, CT16 1BY. They serve businesses across South East and the wider UK.

Frequently asked questions

What customs clearance services does Franzosini & Butti provide for ecommerce imports and exports?
The company provides comprehensive customs clearance covering import and export documentation, transit management, and compliance with post-Brexit UK regulations. They handle ENS (Entry Summary) and EXS (Exit Summary) safety and security declarations, IPAFFS compliance for food products, and tariff classification consultancy. With direct connections to customs authorities and processing at major UK ports, they manage the bureaucratic complexities of international trade for ecommerce businesses.
Which UK ports does Franzosini & Butti operate at?
The company operates at Dover (their primary location), Felixstowe, Immingham, Southampton, Tilbury, Liverpool, and Hull. This multi-port coverage allows ecommerce sellers to route shipments through the most convenient UK entry or exit point, with dedicated clearing crews and inland customs desks at each location.
How do they handle post-Brexit customs requirements?
Franzosini & Butti specialises in post-Brexit customs procedures, with their team navigating evolving UK and European trade regulations. They maintain a proactive approach to regulatory changes and provide consulting services on tariff classification, origin certification, and goods under special regimes. Their IT systems integrate directly with customs authorities for accurate and timely documentation.
What shipping modes and geographic areas do they cover?
The company handles customs clearance for goods moving by road, rail, water, and air across European borders. They clear over 150,000 shipments annually and provide services for UK-EU and international trade. Real-time shipment monitoring is available across their service network.
Are they AEO accredited?
Yes, Franzosini & Butti holds AEO (Authorised Economic Operator) status, which demonstrates their compliance with customs security standards and enables faster customs processing for their clients' shipments.

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