Defer Duty, Pay Only When You're Ready
A bonded warehouse allows you to store dutiable goods without paying import duty until the goods are ready for release. This is a powerful cash-flow tool, goods clear customs at the port and are transported directly to our licensed bonded facility, where they remain under customs supervision until you're ready to sell or re-export.
Our bonded facility is approved by the relevant customs authority for both import and transit cargo. We manage all customs documentation, bonds, and reconciliation on your behalf, so you deal with one partner, not two agencies.
Who Uses Bonded Storage?
Importers Awaiting Finance
Goods arrive before payment is settled. Store in bond, clear customs progressively as finance is confirmed, no rushed duty payment.
Transit Traders (EAC)
Transit cargo destined for neighbouring countries can be stored at our bonded facility while arranging onward transport, no local import duty applicable.
Re-Exporters
Import goods from Asia, store in bond, and re-export to regional markets without paying local import duty, a legitimate and widely used trade structure.
Seasonal Stock Builders
Import a full season's stock in one shipment to get better freight rates, then release to the market in batches as demand warrants, paying duty per release.
Pharmaceutical Importers
Pharma importers awaiting regulatory approvals can store goods in bond while clearance is processed, no demurrage risk.
Excisable Goods Traders
Alcoholic beverages, tobacco, and other excisable goods can be stored in a licensed bonded facility with full customs oversight and controlled partial release.
Duty Deferral vs. Immediate Clearance
| Factor | Bonded Storage | Immediate Clearance |
|---|---|---|
| Duty Payment | Deferred, pay when goods are released | Pay in full at time of clearance |
| Cash Flow | Preserved, goods can generate revenue before duty is paid | Capital tied up immediately on arrival |
| Partial Release | ✔ Yes, release batches as needed | ✘ All or nothing at clearance |
| Re-export Option | ✔ Re-export without paying local import duty | ✘ Duty paid cannot be recovered easily |
| Customs Supervision | Goods remain under customs control | Goods fully released to importer |
| Storage Duration | Up to 12 months (renewable) | N/A |
Bonded Storage, How It Works
Customs Entry
We lodge a warehousing entry with customs, directing the cargo to our bonded facility without paying duty at the port.
Bond Transfer
Cargo moves from the port to our bonded facility under a customs transit bond, tracked with seals and customs documentation.
Store & Monitor
Goods are received into our bonded section, counted, and logged in WMS. You receive a stock statement and can access the portal at any time.
Release When Ready
When ready to sell or export, we lodge an ex-bond entry, duty is assessed and paid (or waived for re-export), and goods are released to you.
Bonded Storage, FAQs
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