Customs & Freight — Brentford

South East, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · TW8 9DN

Company overview

Customs & Freight is a freight forwarder in Brentford offering comprehensive global trade and customs clearance services. Based in London with a UK-based team of international experts, this freight forwarder South East specialises in multimodal freight forwarding across road, rail, air, and sea transport modes. The company serves importers, exporters, and intermediaries with customs declarations, tariffs classification, VAT and duty calculations, and customs documentation. Beyond freight forwarding, Customs & Freight provides advisory services including market access analysis, rules of origin guidance, and supply chain optimisation. They also offer financial services such as marine cargo insurance, trade finance, FX risk hedging, and letters of credit. As part of a network of independent freight forwarders, the company combines specialist knowledge with operational efficiency to support businesses navigating complex international trade requirements.

Services offered

Air Freight

Air freight forwarding services for time-sensitive shipments requiring rapid international delivery.

Sea Freight

Sea freight services for large-volume international shipments, including containerised and breakbulk cargo.

Road Freight

Road freight forwarding services for domestic and European distribution.

Rail Freight

Rail freight services integrated with multimodal transport solutions.

Multimodal & Intermodal Freight

Combined transport solutions utilising multiple modes (road, rail, air, sea) for optimised logistics.

Customs Declarations

Full customs declaration services including preparation and submission of documentation for imports and exports.

Tariffs Classification

Expert tariff classification services to determine the correct commodity codes for goods in trade.

Customs Valuation

Customs valuation services ensuring accurate assessment of goods for duty and tax purposes.

VAT & Duty Calculation

Calculation and management of VAT and import duties on international shipments.

Customs Documentation Services

Comprehensive customs documentation preparation and management for seamless cross-border trade.

Market Access Analysis

Advisory services providing analysis of market access requirements for goods entering specific jurisdictions.

Rules of Origin

Guidance on preferential and non-preferential rules of origin to optimise tariff classification.

Licensing & Certifications

Support with product licensing and certification requirements for international trade.

Customs Special Procedures

Management of customs special procedures such as bonded warehousing and temporary imports.

Supply Chain Optimisation

Advisory services to streamline supply chain operations and reduce logistics costs.

Marine Cargo Insurance

Marine cargo insurance services protecting goods in transit.

Trade Finance

Trade finance solutions including letters of credit and payment instruments for international transactions.

FX Risk Hedging

Foreign exchange risk hedging services to protect against currency fluctuations.

International Payment & Currency Accounts

International payment solutions and multi-currency accounts for global trade.

Letter of Credit

Letter of credit services facilitating secure international payment arrangements.

Supply Chain Screening & Risk Analysis

Supply chain screening and risk analysis services to identify potential compliance and security risks.

Location and coverage

Customs & Freight is based at 981 Great West Rd, Brentford, TW8 9DN. They serve businesses across South East and the wider UK.

Frequently asked questions

What shipping modes does Customs & Freight offer?
Customs & Freight offers multimodal freight forwarding across four primary transport modes: air freight for time-sensitive shipments, sea freight for high-volume international cargo, road freight for European distribution, and rail freight as part of integrated multimodal solutions. The company also provides intermodal services combining multiple transport modes to optimise cost and delivery times.
Do you handle international customs clearance?
Yes. Customs & Freight specialises in full customs clearance services including customs declarations, tariffs classification, customs valuation, VAT and duty calculations, and customs documentation. Their team of international experts also provides advisory services on rules of origin, licensing requirements, and customs special procedures to ensure compliant and efficient cross-border shipments.
What markets do you serve internationally?
Customs & Freight operates as part of the largest and most powerful network of independent freight forwarders, enabling global coverage. The company handles imports and exports for businesses trading internationally, with particular expertise in complex customs and trade compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
Do you offer supply chain advisory services?
Yes. Beyond freight forwarding, Customs & Freight provides comprehensive advisory services including market access analysis, supply chain optimisation, and supply chain screening and risk analysis. These services help ecommerce businesses understand regulatory requirements, optimise logistics costs, and identify potential compliance risks in their supply chains.
What financial services are available?
Customs & Freight offers trade finance solutions including marine cargo insurance, trade finance arrangements, letters of credit, FX risk hedging, and international payment and currency accounts. These services support ecommerce businesses managing the financial aspects of international trade.

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