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Class 3 bonded warehouse in Miami for public storage of imports

Class 3 bonded warehouse in Miami for public storage of imports
A Class 3 bonded warehouse is a U.S. Customs-licensed facility (per 19 CFR §19.1) available to the general public for storing imported goods under bond. At InterWF, our Class 3 bonded warehouse in Miami allows importers to defer duty payments while cargo remains under customs supervision—whether the goods are awaiting clearance, re-export, or local distribution.

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Interworld's Freight Class 3 bonded warehouse in Miami

  • Official CBP-authorized Class 3 facility
  • Located close to Port of Miami and Miami International Airport
  • 24/7 monitored and secured
  • Optimized for dry goods, CPG, and general cargo
  • Fully integrated with our ocean, air, and domestic freight services
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Who uses Class 3 bonded storage?

  • Importers waiting for customs release
  • Freight forwarders consolidating inbound cargo
  • Companies storing inventory before re-export
  • E-commerce businesses shipping from Asia or LATAM
  • Global suppliers using the U.S. as a regional hub
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Advantages of using a Class 3 bonded warehouse

  • Deferred duties improve cash flow
  • Avoid demurrage and port congestion
  • Store cargo under bond for flexible periods
  • Public access—no need for a private facility
  • Ideal for regulated industries like apparel, electronics, and CPG

Class 3 vs. FTZ vs. Private bonded warehouse

Type Access Duty Deferral Ideal For
Class 3 (public bond) Anyone Importers without own facility
FTZ Limited users ✅✅ Manufacturers, distributors
Private bonded Specific company Corporations with high volume

 

Benefits of partnering with our Miami team

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Reduced operational costs by outsourcing warehousing and fulfillment
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Increased efficiency and faster delivery times for customer satisfaction
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Expertise in international logistics and customs clearance to ensure smooth global shipping

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FAQ´s

For storing imports under U.S. Customs control while deferring duty payment.

Goods are stored under CBP supervision and can be accessed by any authorized importer.

Storage is allowed for up to five years, depending on regulatory and customs conditions.

Class 3 is for general import storage with deferred duties. FTZs offer broader flexibility and tax benefits.

Yes, we coordinate with brokers and handle bonded paperwork end-to-end.

Yes. We handle documentation, coordination with brokers, and compliance oversight.