Since 1990, PACAM has operated one of the largest General Purpose Foreign Trade Zones on the West Coast, the Oakland Foreign Trade Zone #56. The U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Program, created by the U.S. government in the 1930s, thrives today. Its purpose is to facilitate trade and increase the global competitiveness of U.S. based companies.

Here are just a few of the benefits of using
PACAM's specially designated FTZ facilities (PDF):

• Duty deferral, reduction and/or elimination of U.S. Customs duties on imported products
• Distribution savings reducing Merchandise Processing Fees (MPF)
• Lower inventory costs and improved cash flow
• Streamlined import/export documentation entry procedures

To help our customers maximize FTZ benefits, PACAM provides FTZ consulting services:

• FTZ strategy evaluation
• Feasibility studies
• Implementation of FTZ programs
• Application and activation services

Need Foreign Trade Zone Services in Northern California for Your Imported or Exported Goods?

Contact PACAM today to discuss your Foreign Trade Zone questions or Import/Export Logistics program service requirements.