Customs-Authorised, with detailed compliance expertise across all the markets we operate in. Our brokers manage the full clearance process so your goods cross the border correctly.
Overview
Transam offers supply chain solutions that connect people, products, and places. By integrating sea and airfreight services with trucking, customs brokerage, warehousing, documentation, and more, we deliver seamless and custom-tailored end-to-end logistics.
Your dedicated contact knows your goods, your business, and your history, and stays across your shipments.
Tariff codes, duty concessions, import permits – this is what our team does every day. We stay current requirements so you’re always compliant.
We get the paperwork right before it reaches the border. Accurate classification and advance preparation means your cargo moves on schedule.
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We handle all documentation, duty assessment, and lodgement for inbound cargo – sea, air, or courier. Whether it’s a single shipment or ongoing volume, we manage the process end to end.
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Export declarations, cargo reports, and compliance with export controls – we make sure your goods leave the country correctly and on time.
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Not sure what tariff code applies to your product? We’ll classify it correctly and advise on any duty implications, so you’re not overpaying or exposed to risk.
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Some goods qualify for reduced or zero duty under concession schemes. We identify those opportunities for your product lines and manage the application process.
A customs broker acts as your agent with customs authorities. We prepare and lodge the documentation required to import or export goods, calculate duties and taxes, apply for any permits or concessions, and manage any queries or examinations from customs. Think of us as the people who stand between you and a very complicated bureaucratic process.
Duties are calculated based on the tariff classification of your goods, the customs value (generally the transaction price plus freight and insurance), and any applicable duty rate. Some goods also attract excise or anti-dumping duties. Rates vary by country and commodity – we’ll walk you through what applies to your specific products and destination market.
Yes. If your cargo is under examination or you’ve received a customs query, contact us as soon as possible. We can work through the issue, provide supporting documentation, and liaise with customs authorities on your behalf.
Yes, we clear cargo arriving by sea, air, and courier. The documentation requirements differ, but the expertise is the same.
At minimum: a commercial invoice (including country of manufacture), packing list, and bill of lading or air waybill. Depending on the goods and the market, you may also need certificates of origin, permits, or manufacturer’s declarations. We’ll tell you exactly what’s needed for your specific shipment.
It varies by country, commodity, and how complete your documentation is. In straightforward cases with accurate paperwork, clearance can happen within hours of arrival. More complex shipments – or those requiring inspection, permits, or treatment – may take longer. We’ll give you a realistic timeline based on your specific cargo and destination.
Need a cost-effective alternative for less time-sensitive cargo? Our seafreight service covers the globe.
We’ll support biosecurity requirements and clearance, so your freight can move through the process smoothly.
When sea isn’t fast enough, we move your cargo by air, from single packages to bulk.