Unlike hard-goods freight, importers of perishable commodities face some
difficult challenges today:
- Navigating the latest requirements from government agencies such as: FDA, USDA, Fish and Wildlife and US Customs.
- Moving freight faster due to its perishable nature and high value.
- Potential contingent liability as a result of a delayed entry.
- Increasing fuel and transportation costs.
- Complying with new logistic protocols as well as escalating perishable
product compliance requirements.
- Dealing with heightened airport and seaport security issues which if not
dealt with effectively cause delays and cargo value loss.
Flegenheimer International is one of the only Customs Brokers in the
country that has specialized in handling perishable and sensitive
commodities for over 30 Years!
The following are special services Flegenheimer offers which are
critical to perishable importers:
- Careful handling of samples. While sample imports may be small,
low-value shipments, Customs sees these as the same as other commercial
imports. Proper handling can mean the difference between a lost
opportunity and acquiring a multimillion dollar client.
- Dedicated Account Representatives. Most brokers use a "progressive
system" which is like an assembly line. This means your staff may need
to talk with 3, 4 or more people to check on the status of your
shipment.
- 24/7 Availability. Flegenheimer has staff available to deal with issues
24 hours per day, seven days a week so your perishable commodities move
faster to the client.
- Automated Tracking. We use a state-of-the-art automated tracking system
that allows importers to know precisely what is happening
with their shipment at every stage of the import process.
- 100% Quality Control System. Flegenheimer is one of the only brokers in
the country that employs a 100% QC process which assures you will lessen
and possibility of additional fees.
