CLEARIT CUSTOMS BROKERS INC.

What CLEARIT CUSTOMS BROKERS INC. does

Clearit Customs Brokers Inc. is a digital-first customs brokerage platform founded in 2011 that holds licensed customs broker credentials in both the United States (License #32477) and Canada (CBSA-licensed), enabling end-to-end cross-border import clearance between the two countries. The company's core offering is a self-service web platform that allows importers to submit customs entries, upload commercial documentation (B3 filings, commercial invoices), and track shipment status in real time through integrated government systems including US ACE (Automated Commercial Environment), Canadian ACI eManifest, and the CBSA CARM portal. The platform targets SMBs, mid-market businesses, individual importers (notably for vehicle imports), freight forwarders, and e-commerce brands, with a stated processing goal of 30 minutes for standard entries and nationwide clearance capability at all US and Canadian ports by land, ocean, and air.

Revenue is generated primarily through transaction-based fees: per-entry customs clearance fees, continuous and single-entry import bonds ($450/year for Continuous Bonds covering $50K, or ~$5 per $1K of invoice value for Single-Entry Bonds), disbursement fees (5% + $25), a flat $499 vehicle import package, and ancillary freight forwarding and consulting services. Go-to-market is hybrid: digital self-service for SMBs and individual importers, inside sales (phone/email) for enterprise and complex accounts, and a partner workspace channel for freight forwarders. The company operates as a privately held Canadian corporation (Clearit Customs Brokers Inc.) with a US affiliate entity (Clearit Customs Services Inc.) and is affiliated with the Freightos Group. Self-reported metrics include 1+ million cumulative shipments cleared, 100k+ importers served, and 40+ dedicated employees across the US and Canada, and the company holds ISO 27001:2022 certification.

Name

CLEARIT CUSTOMS BROKERS INC.

Legal name

Clearit Customs Brokers Inc.

Website

https://clearit.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Clearit Customs Brokers Inc. is a digital-first, dual-licensed (US and Canada) customs brokerage platform founded in 2011, serving SMBs, mid-market importers, individuals, freight forwarders, and e-commerce brands with self-service cross-border clearance, import bonds, vehicle imports, and integrated filings.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Customs Brokerage Services

akta.pro primary industry

Import Customs Clearance (Entry Filing & Release) (TLACAFAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Customs Classification & Valuation (HS/HTS, Origin, Duty Optimization) (TLACAFAC), Customs & Regulatory Filing Documentation (Entry/Exit Summaries, Declarations, ENS/AMS/ACI) (TLACAHAE), Export Customs Clearance (Export Declarations & AES/EEI) (TLACAFAB), Customs Valuation & Transfer Pricing (Customs) Advisory (TLACAGAD)

Keywords

• Customs brokerage services
• Import bond services
• Cross-border logistics
• Trade compliance consulting
• Vehicle import services

Headquarters

HQ city

Champlain

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Customs Brokerage Service Fees: Fees charged for customs clearance services including document review, classification, entry filing, and submission to customs authorities. Process shipment within 30 minutes for standard entries.
2. Import Bonds: Continuous (Annual) Bond costs $450.00 USD covering all imports for 1 year with $50,000 coverage. Single-Entry Bond costs approximately $5.00 per thousand dollars of invoice value. ISF bonds available as separate purchases.
3. Disbursement Fees: 5% disbursement fee plus $25.00 processing fee for CFS/freight/arrival notice payments made on behalf of clients to expedite cargo release
4. Vehicle Import Services: Vehicle import package for specialty imports priced at $499.00 including AES/ITN export filing, border crossing coordination, and full Canadian customs release
5. Additional Logistics Services: LTL and FTL truck freight, ocean and air freight forwarding, discounted parcel services, customs consulting, and e-commerce customs solutions

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Clearit operates a digital customs brokerage platform providing licensed customs clearance services for goods imported into both Canada and the United States through all major ports. The offering includes B3 and CBP entry filing, HS/HTSUS tariff classification, ISF filing for ocean freight, AES/ITN export filing, and electronic submission via ACE, ACI eManifest, and CARM portals. Customers submit shipments online, upload commercial invoices and supporting documents, and track clearance status in real time, supported by licensed customs brokers for compliance review.

Product overview

Clearit Customs Brokers Inc. operates as a digital customs brokerage platform offering licensed customs clearance services for both Canadian and U.S. imports. The core platform provides customs brokerage through all major ports in North America, supported by import bond services (Continuous Annual Bonds and Single-Entry Bonds for USA; customs bonds for Canada). The product portfolio includes specialized vehicle import services ($499 flat fee covering AES/ITN export filing, border coordination, and Canadian customs release), ITN/AES export number services, and non-resident importer programs. Additional modules include downloadable forms/templates library, an HTS Duty Simulator calculator, PARS/PAPS live shipment tracking, and an educational U.S. Customs Blog covering import compliance topics. The platform processes over 1 million shipments annually with 40+ dedicated employees serving 100k+ importers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Customs Brokerage (Canada) Licensed customs brokerage services for importing goods into Canada through all ports. Handles CBSA import declarations (B3 filing), tariff classification, eManifest filing, and compliance with CFIA, Health Canada, and CBSA regulations. For commercial importers entering the Canadian market.
• Customs Brokerage (USA) Licensed customs brokerage services for importing goods into the United States through all ports. Handles U.S. Customs entry filing, HTSUS classification, ISF filing, FDA/USDA/CBP compliance, and customs bonds. For commercial importers entering the US market.
• Import Bonds (Canada) Customs bond services for importers in Canada, facilitating the release of goods and ensuring payment of duties and taxes. Required by CBSA for commercial importers.
• Import Bonds (USA) Customs surety bonds for U.S. imports, including Continuous (Annual) Bonds priced at $450 USD per year covering approximately $50,000 of imports, and Single-Entry Bonds at approximately $5 per thousand of invoice value. Includes ISF bond coverage with the annual bond.
• Vehicle Import Services End-to-end vehicle import services for cars, motorcycles, RVs, luxury, and classic vehicles imported into Canada. Includes AES/ITN export filing, automotive export control submission, border crossing coordination, and full Canadian customs release. Priced at $499.00 flat fee.
• ITN/AES Export Numbers AES (Automated Export System) export filing and ITN (Internal Transaction Number) issuance for vehicles and goods exported from the United States, ensuring U.S. export compliance. Required for US exports valued over $2,500 or for vehicles regardless of value.
• Non-Resident Importer Services Services enabling foreign businesses to import into Canada or the USA as non-resident importers, including LTL and FTL truck freight, ocean and air freight forwarding, and discounted parcel services. Includes customs consulting and e-commerce customs solutions.
• ISF Filing (US) Importer Security Filing (ISF / 10+2) for ocean freight shipments entering the United States, required by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
• Partner with Clearit Dedicated partner workspace for freight forwarders to offer customs clearance as a value-add service to their customers in both Canada and the US.

Quantifiable outcome

• Process goal of 30 minutes for standard customs clearance entries (complex entries up to 3 hours)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Freightos GroupminorOthersClearit is affiliated with Freightos Group, a digital freight marketplace. The privacy policy mentions disclosure to affiliates within the Freightos Group for business purposes.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat3 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/clearit-customs-brokers

Compliance1 record

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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