Skip to Content
NCBFAA_Final_Logo
Search Menu

Port of Entry Contact Information

Learn More

Industry-Wide Questions on Final Rule on Demurrage & Detention

Learn More

IEEPA, Section 301 and Trade Policies

Learn More

Harmonized Tariff Schedule United States 2026 Edition

Learn More

Welcome to NCBFAA

 

Headquartered in the Washington DC metro area, the NCBFAA represents more than 1500 member companies with 110,000 employees in international trade - the nation's leading freight forwarders, customs brokers, ocean transportation intermediaries (OTIs), NVOCCs and air cargo agents, serving more than 250,000 importers and exporters. The Association’s members handle more than 97% of the entries for goods imported into the United States and are directly involved with the logistics of these goods. Further, members operating as OTIs are involved with approximately 80 to 85% of all exports from the United States. 

 

Member Benefits

NCBFAA offers its company members a number of benefits, including business services and discounts.

Join Now!
achievements-02

Industry News

The Monday Morning eBriefing brings NCBFAA members the latest in industry news and information.

Headlines
GISTnet-Courses

NEI Education

The NCBFAA Educational Institute (NEI) offers its members world-class professional development.

Learn More

Conferences

NCBFAA & NEI conferences, premier gatherings of industry representatives to learn about industry challenges and connect with colleagues.

Learn More

Committees

Would you like to learn more about NCBFAA committee work? Are you a member considering joining a committee?

Learn More

As the national voice of the logistics industry since 1897, NCBFAA enables its more than 1,400 member companies with 110,000 employees to be heard in the halls of Congress and the offices of requlators.

Find a Member Broker

Located outside the United States, these international firms provide the essential overseas infrastructure required to seamlessly execute complex cross-border shipments.

Find an Associate Broker

  • USDA AMS National Organic Program – New HTS Code Flagging and Filing Reminders

    Jun 26, 2026
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Organic Program (NOP) on June 26 sent a reminder to the trade about import filing requirements in ACE for organic entries and new organic HTS codes. On July 1, the AMS tariff flag code for the following HTS codes will change from AM7 (may File) to AM8 (must file) – with reject severity, the agency said.
    Full story

  • President Trump Warns 100% Tariff for Countries Imposing DST on US Companies

    Jun 26, 2026
    President Trump in a June 26 Truth Social post warned that any northern European countries that impose a digital service tax on U.S. companies will “immediately be met with a 100% TARIFF on any and all Goods sent to the United States of America.”
    Full story

  • FDA Proposes Registration and Product Listing Requirements for Foreign Tobacco Manufacturers

    Jun 26, 2026
    The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a proposed rule that would require foreign establishments that manufacture, prepare, compound, or process tobacco products for import into the U.S. to register their establishments and list their products with the agency. Customs brokers handling tobacco product entries may want to monitor the rulemaking and discuss with affected importer clients how the proposed requirements could affect supplier documentation, product identification, and FDA compliance expectations.
    Full story

Ready to Join NCBFAA or NEI?

Learn more about NCBFAA memberships to access the latest industry news, discounts on business services and participate in industry conferences and committees. Learn more about NEI Professional and Corporate memberships to get discounted rates on training, certifications, and training conferences.

Member Types & Dues

Upcoming Events
 

Calendars

logisticsEI_logo transparent
NEI's Educational Interface

Visit the Logistics Educational Interface to participate in your courses, track your learning progress, and search for continuing education opportunities.

Log In to Logistics-EI
NEI-Logo-Vectors-CMYK-300dpi_NEI-PrimaryLogo-Color
Learn How to Maintain Your Certification

Understand the number of credits required to renew, know where to look for continuing education opportunities, and how to obtain credits.

Learn More
Test