In-Bond Merchandise Destruction
Merchandise that hasn’t cleared customs can be destroyed in-bond, without entering US commerce. We handle the in-bond move, CBP supervision and paperwork, which can save duty and storage costs.
When this applies
Goods moving under a CBP bond, or held in a bonded warehouse or FTZ, can be destroyed before they enter US commerce. This makes sense when the goods are damaged, unsaleable, past date, or no longer wanted by the buyer, and paying duty to enter them would be wasted money. If the goods have already been entered and duty paid, destruction may still qualify for a duty drawback claim, which follows a different process.
Get a Fast Quote
We typically respond within 30 minutes.
How It Works
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Send the in-bond details, port and commodity.
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We arrange the in-bond move to a CBP-bonded destruction facility.
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Destruction under CBP supervision, with documentation that closes the bond.
What you get
- Certificate of Destruction
- Support with CBP Form 3499
- In-bond closeout documentation
- Complete chain of custody documentation
What Affects the Cost
- Origin point, such as a terminal, bonded warehouse, or FTZ, and the distance to the destruction facility.
- Commodity type and destruction method.
- Weight and number of shipments.
- CBP supervision requirements.
Who We Work With
- Customs brokers, importers of record, bonded warehouse and FTZ operators, freight forwarders, and NVOCCs.
FAQ
Do I pay duty on goods destroyed in-bond?
Merchandise destroyed under CBP supervision before entering commerce generally doesn’t pay duty. Confirm your case with your customs broker.
Can goods be destroyed after entry?
Yes, sometimes with a duty drawback claim. Drawback destruction is filed with CBP Form 7553 (Notice of Intent to Export, Destroy or Return), which must be submitted before destruction. Ask us about your case and we’ll coordinate with your broker.
What's the difference between Form 3499 and Form 7553?
Form 3499 is used to request CBP approval to manipulate or destroy goods still under CBP control. Form 7553 gives CBP notice of intent to destroy entered goods for a drawback claim.
How fast can you move?
Most quotes go out the same day, and pickup follows CBP approval.