The FTZ advantage: Flexibility when it matters most

With tariffs and trade rules in constant motion, flexibility is a must-have for importers. One of the most effective ways to protect margins and manage risk is by leveraging Foreign Trade Zones. 

An FTZ allows goods to physically arrive in the U.S. without officially entering U.S. commerce. Duties and taxes aren’t due until those goods move into the market, timing that helps companies improve cash flow, plan inventory more strategically, and reduce exposure to volatility.

Without FTZ advantages, duties are paid immediately upon arrival, often months before revenue is realized. With an established FTZ, payments are deferred until products are sold, tightening the gap between receivables and payables and giving businesses more control over capital.

At Komar Distribution Services, we offer more than 2.2 million square feet of FTZ-enabled space across strategic locations in Georgia, California and Oklahoma, providing full bicoastal and central U.S. coverage. Our fully activated FTZ sites provide national reach, reduced transit times, and maximum flexibility for brands navigating complex supply chains.

With an FTZ, our clients benefit from:

• Deferring duties and taxes until goods are ready for sale
• Reduced merchandise processing fees (from $495 per entry to a single weekly filing)
• Improved cash flow and inventory planning
• Streamlined customs and compliance processes
• Strategic flexibility for both B2B and B2C operations.

“A Foreign Trade Zone is more than a cost-saving measure, it’s a safeguard in today’s trade environment. The ability to time duty payments with actual sales can make a significant difference in how our clients manage their risk and capital.”

Our decades of FTZ expertise translate into compliance, precision, and scale that few 3PLs can match. By combining warehouse capacity with strategic FTZ advantages, we help clients safeguard capital and adapt quickly, staying nimble no matter how trade policy or global markets evolve.

With fast-tracked onboarding, businesses can start realizing FTZ advantages in as little as 30 days. Get in touch to discuss how they can help your business stay ahead.