United States Customs Brokerage Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The US Customs Brokerage Market Report is Segmented by Mode of Transport (Sea, Air, and Cross-Border Land Transport). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecasts in Values (USD) for all the Above Segments.

United States Customs Brokerage Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

USA Customs Brokerage Market Size

USA Customs Brokerage Market Summary
Study Period 2020 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 5.45 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 7.09 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 5.40 %
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

USA Customs Brokerage Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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USA Customs Brokerage Market Analysis

The USA Customs Brokerage Market size is estimated at USD 5.45 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 7.09 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 5.4% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

  • The market for customs brokerage in the United States has been growing steadily, and the growth is expected to continue through the forecast period. The number of entries processed by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has been increasing steadily with increasing imports.
  •  The United States exported 166 billion dollars of goods and imports 256 billion dollars for a negative trade balance of USD 90.2 billion during November 2023. In November 2023, the top exports of the United States were Aircraft Parts (USD10.8B), Crude Petroleum (USD 9.87B), Refined Petroleum (USD 9.62B), Petroleum Gas (USD 5.8B), and Commodities not elsewhere specified (USD 5.49B). Cars USD 18.6B, Crude Petroleum USD 15.5B, Telephones USD 11.4B, Commodities not specified elsewhere USD 10.5B, and Computers USD 9.84B were the top imports of the United States in November 2023. The continuously changing trade environment and increasing complexity of compliance are driving the demand for customs brokerage services, especially with Section 301.
  • The market for customs brokerage is highly competitive, with a large number of brokers operating, especially along the borders. However, the major players account for a significant market share.
  • The companies providing customs brokerage services are investing in research and development activities to gain a competitive edge in the market. As the demand for streamlined and more effective customs clearance processes in short turnaround times is growing, R&D spending is expected to increase through the forecast period.
  • The logistics players across the world, including customs brokers, are exploring the application of blockchain technology. For instance, the Blockchain In Transport Alliance (BiTA) is an alliance formed by logistics and other players to drive the adoption of blockchain.
  • Livingston announced its membership in the Blockchain in Transport Alliance (BiTA). The membership allows the company to provide input into an evolving set of industry standards for rapidly developing blockchain technology that will serve as the core of digitized business transactions in the world of international freight.

USA Customs Brokerage Industry Overview

The market for customs brokerage in the United States is fairly fragmented, with many number of customs brokers operating in the market, making it a highly competitive environment. The top players in the market include United Parcel Service and FedEx Corporation, with some other significant players including Livingston International, Expeditors, A.N. Deringer, and C.H. Robinson. Based on a number of entries, it was estimated that FedEx and UPS together account for almost the majority of the total market. Although the top five to ten players take up more than 50% of the market, the companies that account for the remaining market share are more in number with very less market shares.

Apart from these players, the major global freight forwarding companies such as DB Schenker and Kuehne + Nagel also have good service offerings in the US customs brokerage market. A lot of acquisitions have occurred in the past decade, such as Carmichael by APL Logistics and Livingston acquiring FPA Customs brokers, among others.

USA Customs Brokerage Market Leaders

  1. United Parcel Service Inc.

  2. FedEx Corporation

  3. Deutsche Post DHL group

  4. Livingston International

  5. Expeditors International

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
United States Customs Brokerage Market Concentration
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USA Customs Brokerage Market News

  • July 2024: Global supply chain services provider Share Logistics has finalized its acquisition of Export-Import Services, a US-based customs broker with a strong focus on industries like food and beverage, machinery, automotive, and chemicals. This move underlines Share Logistics' strategic expansion plans within the US market.
  • January 2024: Alba Wheels Up International ("Alba"), a prominent player in customs brokerage and logistics, has successfully acquired John A. Steer Co. ("Steer"), renowned for its innovative logistics and customs brokerage services. This acquisition bolsters Alba's standing in customs brokerage and freight forwarding and enhances its regulatory and logistics prowess across multiple key markets. As Alba's exclusive financial advisor, G2 Capital Advisors was pivotal in this strategic move.

USA Customs Brokerage Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

  • 2.1 Analysis Methodology
  • 2.2 Research Phases

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Current Market Scenario
  • 4.2 Technological Trends
  • 4.3 Government Regulations
  • 4.4 Value Chain / Supply Chain Analysis
  • 4.5 Brief on Customs Brokerage as a Freight Forwarding Function
  • 4.6 Review of Customs Brokerage Costs as Percentage of Total Logistics Spend
  • 4.7 Overview of Customs Pricing
  • 4.8 Impact of Geopolitics and Pandemic on the Market

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Increasing International Trade From The United States
    • 5.1.2 USMCA And Other Free Trade Agreements Are Driving Demand For Customs Brokerage
    • 5.1.3 Government Initiatives Aimed At Enhancing Trade Facilitation
    • 5.1.4 Expansion Of E-commerce Sector
  • 5.2 Restraints
    • 5.2.1 High Costs
    • 5.2.2 Changing Trade Policies
  • 5.3 Opportunities
    • 5.3.1 Advancements in the Technology
    • 5.3.2 The Emergence Of New Border Crossings In The United States Is Driving Market Growth Opportunities
  • 5.4 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 5.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 5.4.2 Bargaining Power of Consumers
    • 5.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 5.4.4 Threat of Substitutes
    • 5.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By Mode of Transport
    • 6.1.1 Sea
    • 6.1.2 Air
    • 6.1.3 Cross-border Land Transport

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Competitive Landscape (Market Share and Major Players)
  • 7.2 Company Profiles
    • 7.2.1 United Parcel Service Inc.
    • 7.2.2 FedEx Corporation
    • 7.2.3 Deutsche Post DHL group
    • 7.2.4 Expeditors International
    • 7.2.5 Livingston International
    • 7.2.6 A.N. Deringer
    • 7.2.7 C.H. Robinson
    • 7.2.8 Carmichael International
    • 7.2.9 Charter Brokerage LLC
    • 7.2.10 CH Powell Company*
  • *List Not Exhaustive
  • 7.3 Other Companies

8. FUTURE OF THE MARKET

9. APPENDIX

  • 9.1 GDP Distribution, by Activity and Region
  • 9.2 Insights on Capital Flows
  • 9.3 E-commerce and Consumer Spending-related Statistics
  • 9.4 Exports and Imports Statistics of the United States
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USA Customs Brokerage Industry Segmentation

Customs brokerage firms facilitate the shipment and delivery of goods across geographical borders for individuals and organizations.

The United States customs brokerage market is segmented by mode of transport sea, air, and cross-border land transport. 

The report offers market size and forecasts in values (USD) for all the above segments.

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USA Customs Brokerage Market Research FAQs

How big is the USA Customs Brokerage Market?

The USA Customs Brokerage Market size is expected to reach USD 5.45 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 5.40% to reach USD 7.09 billion by 2030.

What is the current USA Customs Brokerage Market size?

In 2025, the USA Customs Brokerage Market size is expected to reach USD 5.45 billion.

Who are the key players in USA Customs Brokerage Market?

United Parcel Service Inc., FedEx Corporation, Deutsche Post DHL group, Livingston International and Expeditors International are the major companies operating in the USA Customs Brokerage Market.

What years does this USA Customs Brokerage Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the USA Customs Brokerage Market size was estimated at USD 5.16 billion. The report covers the USA Customs Brokerage Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the USA Customs Brokerage Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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