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(915) 791-5500
Customs Broker in El Paso & Laredo, Texas
Partner Since 1989
Pedraza Custom House Brokers, Inc. provides U.S. customs brokerage and logistics services for commercial importers and exporters. Established in 1989, our team supports customs clearance, cross-border transportation coordination, warehousing, and trade documentation through our El Paso and Laredo offices. We help businesses connect their customs requirements with the next steps in their supply chain.
Logistics & Distribution
Connect transportation, storage, and distribution around your shipment requirements. We help coordinate commercial cargo moving between Mexico, the United States, and its final destination.
Freight Forwarding & Transportation
Plan freight movements around your cargo, route, and delivery needs. Our team coordinates with transportation providers to align shipping arrangements with customs documentation.
U.S. Customs Clearance
Get assistance with import documentation, tariff classification, customs entry preparation, and release coordination. We help identify missing information and address requirements that can affect your shipment.
Bonded Warehouse & FTZ Services
Explore customs-controlled storage options for eligible merchandise. Bonded warehousing and Foreign-Trade Zone services can support inventory planning and duty deferral, subject to applicable requirements.
Customs Brokerage and Cross-Border Logistics for U.S.–Mexico Shipments
Shipping commercial goods across the border requires more than arranging transportation. Customs documents, cargo details, arrival information, and storage needs must work together.
Pedraza helps businesses coordinate these requirements through customs brokerage, freight forwarding, and warehousing support. Whether you are preparing your first commercial import or managing recurring shipments, our team can help you identify the information and services needed for your next move.
Ocean Freight Coordination
Coordinate ocean shipments with customs documentation and onward transportation. Discuss your cargo, origin, destination, and expected arrival with our team.
Ground Freight Coordination
Plan commercial freight moving between the United States and Mexico. Align carrier arrangements, border documentation, and delivery requirements before your shipment moves.
Air Freight Coordination
Explore air freight options for time-sensitive commercial cargo. Available routes and delivery schedules depend on the shipment, carrier, and customs requirements.
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Connect Customs Clearance, Storage, and Transportation
Foreign-Trade Zone Support
Discuss FTZ admissions, inventory records, entries, and exports for eligible merchandise. Our team can help determine whether available FTZ services fit your operation.
Time-Sensitive Shipment Planning
Coordinate transportation and customs preparation around your delivery priorities. Contact our team to review available options before committing to a shipping schedule.
Warehousing & Distribution
Arrange storage, cross-docking, and distribution support around your inventory needs. Availability depends on the facility, commodity, handling requirements, and timing.
Coordination With Your Existing Providers
Work with Pedraza alongside your current carriers, import department, or logistics providers. We help align shipment information and customs requirements across participating teams.
Technology and tracking sections
Advanced Computer Systems
Electronic Customs Filing and Document Coordination
Accurate information is essential to customs entry preparation. Pedraza uses electronic filing and data-exchange capabilities to coordinate shipment records and submit required customs information.
Our team helps review documentation, address information gaps, and communicate about customs requirements. Customs authorities determine inspections and release decisions.
Import Records and Reporting That Support Better Decisions
Organized shipment information helps your trade and accounting teams understand customs entries, duties, and part-number activity. Pedraza uses in-house tools to support import record management and reporting.
Discuss the information your business needs, your current systems, and how our team can support your customs and logistics workflows.
Why Businesses Choose Pedraza Custom House Brokers
Experience Since 1989
Work with a team experienced in commercial customs brokerage and cross-border logistics.
Border-Market Support
Connect with our El Paso and Laredo teams about documentation, transportation coordination, and your U.S.–Mexico shipment requirements.
Services That Work Together
Coordinate customs clearance with freight and warehousing support instead of treating each shipment stage as a separate task.
How to Get Started With Pedraza
Tell Us About Your Business
Share your company information and whether you need support for a single shipment or recurring imports.
Describe Your Cargo
Provide the commodity, quantity, shipment value, and any special handling requirements.
Share Your Route
Identify the origin, destination, transportation mode, and expected shipment date.
Review Documentation
Our team helps identify the records and information needed for your shipment.
Coordinate Required Services
Discuss customs brokerage, transportation, warehousing, and related support.
Confirm Next Steps
Review the proposed services, responsibilities, and information needed before proceeding.
USMCA support and value reconciliation
USMCA Documentation Support
Discuss origin documentation and requirements relevant to your commercial imports. Preferential tariff treatment depends on the goods, applicable rules, supporting records, and current requirements.
Value Reconciliation Services
When eligible customs entries require later-finalized value information, reconciliation may provide a process for reporting it. Pedraza can review your circumstances and discuss applicable filing requirements.
Coordination With Your Import Team
Work with Pedraza alongside your internal trade department or existing service providers. We help organize information and clarify the documentation needed for agreed post-entry services.
Support Your Supply Chain With Better Planning
Plan for Growth
Coordinate customs, transportation, and warehousing requirements as your shipment activity changes.
Improve Visibility
Use organized shipment records and reporting to support inventory, trade, and accounting decisions.
Reduce Preventable Problems
Identify incomplete documents and inconsistent shipment information before they create avoidable complications.
Commercial Logistics Support for Your Industry
CONSUMER GOODS
AUTOMOTIVE GOODS
ENERGY, OIL AND GAS
CHEMICAL GOODS
Contact our team to confirm service availability and requirements for your specific commodity.
Customs Brokerage and Logistics FAQs
Get quick answers about customs clearance, freight forwarding, warehousing, and requesting support for your shipment.
What does a customs broker do?
A U.S. customs broker helps importers prepare and submit customs entry information. Services may include document review, tariff classification assistance, duty-related guidance, and communication about clearance requirements. The importer remains responsible for accurate information and applicable obligations.
Where does Pedraza provide customs brokerage support?
Pedraza supports commercial importers and exporters through its El Paso and Laredo offices. Contact our team to confirm support for your shipment’s port, route, commodity, and transportation mode.
Does Pedraza handle personal or household shipments?
No. Pedraza specializes in commercial import and export services. We do not handle personal belongings or household shipments.
What information do I need to request a quote?
Provide your company details, cargo description, origin, destination, quantity, shipment value, transportation mode, and expected shipment date. Tell us whether you need customs clearance, freight coordination, warehousing, or a combination of services.
Can Pedraza coordinate warehousing and transportation with customs clearance?
Yes. Pedraza offers customs brokerage, freight coordination, and warehousing support. The available combination depends on your shipment, facility requirements, route, and service availability.
How long does customs clearance take?
Clearance timing varies with document completeness, the commodity, agency requirements, inspections, and cargo availability. Preparing accurate information before arrival can help reduce preventable delays, but customs authorities determine release.