Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Customs Brokerage Services in Chicago & Los Angeles
Henry E Kloch has been a family-owned and operated customs brokerage firm since 1973, dedicated to providing personalized import solutions for businesses of all sizes. With over 50 years of combined experience, our team specializes in navigating complex U.S. Customs, FDA, and USDA regulations to ensure seamless clearance for food products, animal feed, and general merchandise. We maintain a national license to clear shipments at any U.S. port while offering tailored support for small businesses and first-time importers. Our automated systems minimize errors and delays, and our long-term staff ensures consistent service quality.We differentiate ourselves by prioritizing client needs over volume, maintaining direct communication throughout the process, and offering free document pickup in Chicago and Los Angeles. Our expertise extends to handling urgent shipments, coordinating inspections, and providing guidance on compliance with evolving regulations like the FDA's Bioterrorism Act. We remain committed to operational continuity, even during global disruptions, to ensure uninterrupted service for our clients.
Services
Customs Clearing
FDA Compliance
USDA Compliance
Importer Security Filing
Food Services
Animal Feed Handling
Classification & Entry Writing
Nationwide Clearance
Liquor License Clearance
Document Pickup
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We specialize in handling small clients and first-time importers with personalized care.
- Our team has over 40 years of experience in customs classification and entry writing.
- We offer nationwide customs clearance with a single point of contact.
- Our automated systems ensure error-free entry presentations and minimize delays.
- We maintain long-term employees, providing stability and continuity of service.
Associations and certifications
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Services
Customs Brokerage
Our customs brokerage service ensures smooth clearance of international shipments through U.S. Customs and Border Protection. We handle documentation, duty classification, and regulatory compliance for businesses nationwide. Our expertise reduces delays and ensures adherence to evolving import regulations.
FDA Compliance
We specialize in FDA compliance for food, drugs, and cosmetics entering the U.S. Our team ensures proper classification, inspection coordination, and documentation to meet FDA requirements. This includes specialized handling for international food products and bioterrorism act compliance.
USDA Compliance
Our USDA compliance service manages import requirements for meat, poultry, dairy, and produce. We coordinate pre-arrival inspections, fumigation, and release procedures to meet USDA standards while minimizing shipment delays for agricultural products.
Importer Security Filing
We provide mandatory Importer Security Filing (ISF) services to comply with U.S. Customs requirements. Our accurate and timely submissions ensure compliance with 10+2 security rules, preventing penalties and facilitating smooth cargo entry.
Nationwide Clearance
With a national license, we clear shipments at any U.S. port of entry. This service allows centralized import management while maintaining local expertise at major ports including Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, and Miami.
People
Henry E. Kloch
Owner
With nearly 50 years of experience, Henry E. Kloch founded the family-owned customs brokerage, specializing in assisting importers with FDA, USDA, and customs compliance nationwide.
Questions
What customs brokerage services do you offer?
We provide full-service customs clearance, FDA/USDA compliance, importer security filing, and nationwide shipment processing with personalized support for small businesses.
Do you handle food product imports?
Yes, we specialize in food imports including proper FDA classification, inspection coordination, and compliance with the Bioterrorism Act requirements.
Can you assist first-time importers?
Absolutely. We specialize in guiding new importers through customs requirements, documentation, and compliance procedures to ensure successful shipments.
Do you offer nationwide service?
Yes, our national license allows clearance at any U.S. port including Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, and Miami with centralized account management.
How do you handle USDA-regulated products?
We coordinate pre-arrival USDA inspections, fumigation requirements, and release procedures to ensure compliance while minimizing delays for agricultural imports.
What sets you apart from other brokers?
We focus on personalized service for small clients, maintain long-term staff for continuity, and use automated systems to minimize errors and delays.
