Where Deep Experience Meets Smart Technology​​

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Customs clearance that’s fast, compliant — and getting smarter every day.

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At East-West Associates, Inc., we’ve helped U.S. importers navigate customs and FDA compliance since 1996. We’ve seen the industry evolve — and we’re helping lead the next transformation.

 

We’re not just a licensed U.S. customs broker — we’re builders of SmartClear AI™, a next-generation platform designed to make customs faster, cleaner, and less stressful for importers like you.

 

Whether you’re handling FDA-regulated goods, FTZ shipments, or complex multi-SKU imports, we combine human insight with smart systems to simplify your trade world.

 

SmartClear AI™ — Built by Brokers, Backed by Data

 

We’re proud to be developing SmartClear AI™, a proprietary compliance platform that will:

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• Auto-fill and verify routine customs & FDA entry fields

• Flag misclassified HTS codes before they’re submitted

• Reduce manual errors and audit risks

• Generate cleaner documentation — faster

 

Right now, SmartClear is in pilot development — but even in its early stages, it reflects our belief that the future of trade is faster, more accurate, and still human at its core.

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SmartClear AI is what we’ve always wanted as brokers. Now we’re building it — for you.

 

What We Do Today

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FDA Customs Entries​

From Prior Notices to product codes, we handle regulated shipments with unmatched accuracy — and SmartClear is making us even better.

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HTS Classification & Compliance​

We get your tariff codes right — with internal review + AI-augmented logic to reduce surprises down the line.

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FTZ Filings & Entry Management​

Need help with Foreign Trade Zones? We handle admissions, compliance, and reporting — seamlessly tied to your warehouse or freight flow.

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Consulting & Trade Support​

Got a tricky product? Facing a regulatory question? We’re here with answers, not ticket numbers.

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Why Importers Trust East-West Associates

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• FDA & FTZ expertise in complex industries

• SmartClear AI in pilot — building for scale

• Human-led service, not just dashboards

• 30+ years of filings behind every decision

• Seamless handoffs to East-West CFS & Logistics

  

Industries We Support

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• Nutraceuticals, dietary supplements

• Health, wellness, and skincare

• eCommerce and Amazon sellers

• Functional foods & ingredients

• CPG and regulated imports