Dec 5, 2024 · Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) are secure areas under U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) supervision that are generally considered outside CBP territory upon activation. Located in or …

Foreign-trade zones are designated sites licensed by the Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) Board (Commerce Secretary is Chairperson) at which special customs procedures may be used. These procedures …

In the United States, a foreign-trade zone (FTZ) is a designated area located in or near a U.S. port of entry where domestic and foreign merchandise is considered outside U.S. customs territory for tariff …

Feb 11, 2025 · Foreign-trade zones (FTZs) are specially designated sites near U.S. ports of entry that allow corporations of all sizes to move goods in and out of the country paying reduced or no customs …

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This is the page of the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) Board. It contains information on the FTZ program as well as the application and annual report process.

Aug 8, 2025 · A fully optimized and compliant Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) program in the U.S. can help alleviate the overall transaction costs of international sourcing.

Apr 15, 2025 · The FTZ certification and setup process is the legal framework that allows businesses to operate in a Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ). An FTZ is a designated area in the U.S. where businesses …

Jul 23, 2025 · Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs) are special areas within the United States that are considered outside the country for customs purposes. These zones allow businesses to import …

What is a Foreign-Trade Zone? Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) are secured, designated locations around the United States in or near a U.S. Customs Port of Entry where foreign and domestic merchandise …