Port of Seattle/Tacoma
Seattle/Tacoma in Seattle, Washington is one of the top U.S. port. It processes approximately $107B in annual imports, with significant volumes subject to IEEPA and Section 301 tariffs.
Port Overview
CBP Port Code
3001
Location
Seattle, WA
District
Seattle
Annual Imports
$107B
Top Imports Through This Port
The following product categories represent the highest-volume imports processed through the Port of Seattle/Tacoma:
Machinery
Subject to IEEPA/Section 301 tariffs
Electronics
Subject to IEEPA/Section 301 tariffs
Vehicles
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 Seattle/Tacoma Entries
Entries processed through the Port of Seattle/Tacoma (code 3001) 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 Seattle/Tacoma 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 Seattle/Tacoma
Licensed customs brokers operate at the Port of Seattle/Tacoma and throughout the Seattle 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
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the CBP port code for Seattle/Tacoma?
- The CBP port code for Seattle/Tacoma is 3001. This code identifies the port in all CBP documentation, including ACE entry summaries and ES-003 exports. It falls under the Seattle Customs District.
- What are the top imports through the Port of Seattle/Tacoma?
- The Port of Seattle/Tacoma in Seattle, WA primarily handles Machinery, Electronics, Vehicles, Agricultural. Annual import volume is approximately $107B.
- Can I file for IEEPA tariff refunds on entries through Seattle/Tacoma?
- Yes. Any entries processed through the Port of Seattle/Tacoma (code 3001) 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 Seattle/Tacoma?
- Licensed customs brokers operate at every major U.S. port, including Seattle/Tacoma. 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 Seattle/Tacoma 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 Seattle/Tacoma 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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