Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Services in Cleveland, Ohio
Importing into the United States comes with challenges – rising duty costs, changing tariff policies, and unpredictable supply chains. MTA’s General Purpose Foreign Trade Zone in Cleveland, Ohio offers a practical way to reduce costs, protect margins, and gain more control over your freight, without the investment and expense of operating your own FTZ.
Our secure, FTZ-designated bonded warehouse in Northeast Ohio is strategically located with access to major highways, rail networks, and many Midwest and Eastern airports.
What is a Foreign Trade Zone?
A Foreign Trade Zone is a secure, designated area in the United States that is treated as outside U.S. Customs territory for duty purposes. Importers can store, stage, or process goods in the FTZ without paying duties until they enter U.S. commerce – and in some cases, avoid duties entirely for re-exports.
MTA’s General Purpose FTZ is open to multiple users, making it easy for companies to take advantage of these benefits without a lengthy approval process.
Benefits of Using MTA’s FTZ
Duty Deferral – Pay duties only when goods leave our FTZ for U.S. consumption, improving your working capital.
Duty Relief for Re-Exports – Goods shipped directly from our FTZ to other countries would not be subject to U.S. duties.
Weekly Entry Benefits – Consolidate shipments into a single weekly Customs entry to reduce brokerage costs.
Inventory Control – FTZs provide better inventory management and security, leading to compliance with customs requirements.
Reduced Transportation Costs – Streamlined logistics and lower transportation costs can be achieved through the use of an FTZ.
Customs Supervision – FTZs are overseen by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, ensuring compliance with regulations.
Who Uses Our
FTZ Warehouse?
Our Foreign Trade Zone is ideal for:
- Importers of high-duty goods
- Companies that handle inventory fluctuations or seasonal demand
- Businesses re-exporting goods
- Companies seeking to reduce Customs entry fees
- Businesses seeking greater flexibility in how and when duties are paid
- Companies wanting tighter control and visibility over their imported inventory
Our Cleveland
FTZ Facility Features
- 150,000+ sq. ft. warehouse with dedicated FTZ areas
- Minutes from Cleveland Airport and Port of Cleveland with fast-corridor highway access
- Flexible space for seasonal surges, cross-docking, and long-term storage
- Experienced team managing FTZ operations