Port of Laredo
Laredo in Laredo, Texas is a major U.S. port. It processes approximately $134B in annual imports, with significant volumes subject to IEEPA and Section 301 tariffs.
Port Overview
CBP Port Code
2304
Location
Laredo, TX
District
Laredo
Annual Imports
$134B
Top Imports Through This Port
The following product categories represent the highest-volume imports processed through the Port of Laredo:
Auto parts
Subject to IEEPA/Section 301 tariffs
Electronics
Subject to IEEPA/Section 301 tariffs
Machinery
Subject to IEEPA/Section 301 tariffs
Agricultural
Subject to IEEPA/Section 301 tariffs
For detailed HTS classifications, see the HTS Code reference. For industry-specific guides, see Tariff Recovery by Industry.
Tariff Refund Filing for Laredo Entries
Entries processed through the Port of Laredo (code 2304) that paid IEEPA or Section 301 tariffs are eligible for CAPE Phase 1 refund recovery. The CBP port code appears on your entry summary (CF-7501) and in your ACE ES-003 export — Tariffi uses this to identify and group your qualifying entries.
The CAPE filing process is the same regardless of port of entry:
- Export your ES-003 from ACE (includes entries through Laredo and all other ports)
- Upload to Tariffi for automated eligibility analysis
- Tariffi prepares the CAPE declaration data for qualifying entries
- Your licensed customs broker partner reviews and files via ACE
Tariffi is a data-preparation platform — your broker is always the Filer of Record under 19 U.S.C. section 1641. No advance fees are charged (16 CFR section 310.4(a)(2)).
Customs Brokers Near Laredo
Licensed customs brokers operate at the Port of Laredo and throughout the Laredo Customs District. Under 19 CFR Part 111, only a licensed customs broker can file entries and CAPE declarations with CBP on behalf of an importer.
You can find licensed brokers through:
- CBP's licensed customs broker directory at cbp.gov
- The National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America (NCBFAA)
- Tariffi's broker partnership program — we connect importers with licensed broker partners for CAPE filings
Other ports in Texas
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the CBP port code for Laredo?
- The CBP port code for Laredo is 2304. This code identifies the port in all CBP documentation, including ACE entry summaries and ES-003 exports. It falls under the Laredo Customs District.
- What are the top imports through the Port of Laredo?
- The Port of Laredo in Laredo, TX primarily handles Auto parts, Electronics, Machinery, Agricultural. Annual import volume is approximately $134B.
- Can I file for IEEPA tariff refunds on entries through Laredo?
- Yes. Any entries processed through the Port of Laredo (code 2304) that paid IEEPA or Section 301 tariffs are eligible for CAPE Phase 1 refund recovery. Port of entry does not affect eligibility — only the HTS classification and tariff type matter.
- How do I find a customs broker near Laredo?
- Licensed customs brokers operate at every major U.S. port, including Laredo. You can search CBP's licensed broker directory or partner with Tariffi, which connects you with licensed broker partners who can file CAPE declarations for entries through any port.
- How long does CAPE refund processing take for Laredo entries?
- CAPE Phase 1 refund processing timelines are determined by CBP's national processing queue, not the port of entry. Most importers see refunds within 60-90 days of a successful filing, regardless of whether entries came through Laredo or any other port.
Related resources
- All US Ports of Entry — browse the full port directory
- Tariff recovery by industry — see estimated refund pools for 30+ sectors
- Tariff refund guides — deep dives on IEEPA, Section 301, and CAPE
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