Port of San Francisco
San Francisco in San Francisco, California is a major U.S. port. It processes approximately $25B in annual imports, with significant volumes subject to IEEPA and Section 301 tariffs.
Port Overview
CBP Port Code
2809
Location
San Francisco, CA
District
San Francisco
Annual Imports
$25B
Top Imports Through This Port
The following product categories represent the highest-volume imports processed through the Port of San Francisco:
Electronics
Subject to IEEPA/Section 301 tariffs
Machinery
Subject to IEEPA/Section 301 tariffs
Wine
Subject to IEEPA/Section 301 tariffs
Apparel
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 San Francisco Entries
Entries processed through the Port of San Francisco (code 2809) 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco
Licensed customs brokers operate at the Port of San Francisco and throughout the San Francisco 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 California
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the CBP port code for San Francisco?
- The CBP port code for San Francisco is 2809. This code identifies the port in all CBP documentation, including ACE entry summaries and ES-003 exports. It falls under the San Francisco Customs District.
- What are the top imports through the Port of San Francisco?
- The Port of San Francisco in San Francisco, CA primarily handles Electronics, Machinery, Wine, Apparel. Annual import volume is approximately $25B.
- Can I file for IEEPA tariff refunds on entries through San Francisco?
- Yes. Any entries processed through the Port of San Francisco (code 2809) 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 San Francisco?
- Licensed customs brokers operate at every major U.S. port, including San Francisco. 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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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