Why is accurate freight documentation important?

Inaccurate or missing documentation is the primary cause of international shipping delays, customs holds, and unexpected fines. Proper documentation ensures your freight clears customs smoothly and ownership transfers correctly.

What is a Bill of Lading?

A Bill of Lading (B/L) is a legal document issued by a carrier to a shipper that details the type, quantity, and destination of the goods being carried. It serves as a receipt of shipment and a contract of carriage.

Do you handle AES filings?

Yes, we process Automated Export System (AES) filings for US exports to ensure compliance with Census Bureau and Customs and Border Protection regulations.

Freight Documentation Services

IXF-Freight provides comprehensive freight documentation services for international shipments. We handle customs paperwork, bills of lading, commercial invoices, and compliance documentation so your freight never sits at the border or port.

What's Included

Bills of Lading (B/L) preparation
Commercial invoice review
Customs clearance coordination
Certificate of Origin processing
Export declaration filing (AES)
Letter of Credit compliance
Import/Export compliance consulting
Cargo insurance documentation

How It Works

Document Review

We review your commercial invoices and packing lists for accuracy and compliance before the freight moves.

Preparation

Our team prepares all necessary transport documents, including the Bill of Lading or Air Waybill.

Customs Filing

We coordinate with customs brokers to ensure all import or export declarations are filed correctly and on time.

Compliance Verification

We verify that all documentation meets the specific requirements of the destination country to prevent delays.

Distribution

Original documents and copies are securely distributed to the required parties (consignee, banks, customs) as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

"24/7/365, not just a phrase, it was the Labor Day long weekend and we had confirmed with our customer they would need nothing further and we should be good until the middle of the next week. Then the phone rang, a plant down situation occurred. I called the IXF main line hoping someone would answer or I could leave a message and someone would call me back. The phone rang twice and I heard “how can I help you?” I said I needed someone in freight to call me back and she said “I am in freight. How can I help you?” Long story short, after looking at hot shot trucks, chartering an aircraft, etc. It turns out the best option was for Christa to meet the supplier at their warehouse. She ubered to the airport and got on a plane with the parts and met the consignee at the airport in Midland for delivery. Great forward thinking and very cost effective!!!"

John Frost

Generon Services

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