Utilizing Foreign-Trade Zone #176
All cargo entering the country from foreign soil is subject to inspection and clearance by U.S. customs, as well as payment of duty. One major exception to this is a Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ). A Foreign-Trade Zone is a specially-designated area, in or adjacent to a U.S. Customs Port Of Entry, which is considered to be outside the Customs Territory of the U.S.

By taking advantage of RFD's FTZ status, your business can save money on international cargo shipments or your manufacturing/distribution. RFD offers your company all the advantages associated with an international gateway.

This past year, a variety of businesses found success in utilizing RFD's FTZ.

2008 FTZ Annual Report

2007 FTZ Annual Report

Click on the below links for the steps and info in determining if an FTZ could benefit your business:

• FTZ Info
• FTZ Benefits
• Step 1: Feasibility
• Benefit Calculator
• Step 2: Application
• Step 3 & 4: Activation & Post Activiaton
• Consultants
• FTZ #176 Facts

• Port of Entry Map

• FTZ #176 Endorsements

For the complete brochure on what an FTZ is and how it can benefit your company please Click Here.

Other Links:

• FTZ #176 Fees

• Operating Agreement (sample)
• Tariff #4

• "Go Global III" Save the Date

• Go Global Rockford

 

Brochure:

• RFD General Information Tri-Fold Brochure

• RFD Air Cargo Tri-Fold Brochure

Newspaper Articles & Media Releases:

• Expansion & Reorganization of FTZ Approved

• December 11, 2008 Register Star

• January 13, 2007 Register Star