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FTZ 122 — Foreign-Trade Zone 122 — Port of Corpus Christi Authority
Texas · Corpus Christi · Port of entry: TX, Corpus Christi
FTZ 122 is a Foreign-Trade Zone sponsored by the Port of Corpus Christi Authority, covering several counties in South Texas and using the Port of Corpus Christi as its port of entry.
Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 122 is sponsored by the Port of Corpus Christi Authority and serves a multi-county area in South Texas, including Nueces, San Patricio, Aransas, Jim Wells, Kleberg, Bee and Refugio Counties. The zone is tied to the Port of Corpus Christi, Texas, as its port of entry.
Foreign-Trade Zones are secure areas, authorized under U.S. federal law, where merchandise can be brought in without being considered formally entered into U.S. Customs territory for duty purposes. This allows qualifying activity—such as storage, processing, assembly, or manufacturing—to defer, reduce, or in some cases eliminate customs duties, depending on how the merchandise is ultimately handled and shipped. Duty is generally assessed only when goods leave the zone and enter U.S. commerce, and may be reduced or waived for goods that are re-exported.
FTZ 122 is relevant to importers, manufacturers, and distributors with existing or planned operations within its designated service area who bring in foreign-origin materials or goods as part of their supply chain. Companies considering FTZ status for a specific facility in this region typically work with a customs broker or an FTZ compliance consultant to evaluate whether their operation qualifies, and to help prepare and file the required applications with the zone grantee and the FTZ Board.
Who qualifies
How to apply
Service area: Nueces, San Patricio, Aransas, Jim Wells, Kleberg, Bee and Refugio Counties
Questions people ask
What is FTZ 122?
FTZ 122 is a Foreign-Trade Zone sponsored by the Port of Corpus Christi Authority, serving a multi-county area in South Texas with the Port of Corpus Christi as its port of entry.
Who is the grantee for FTZ 122?
The Port of Corpus Christi Authority is the grantee, meaning it holds the authority to establish and oversee the zone.
What area does FTZ 122 cover?
It covers Nueces, San Patricio, Aransas, Jim Wells, Kleberg, Bee and Refugio Counties in Texas.
What port of entry is associated with FTZ 122?
The Port of Corpus Christi, Texas, is the associated port of entry.
Do I need a customs broker to use an FTZ?
Many companies work with a customs broker or FTZ compliance consultant to determine whether their facility qualifies and to manage the required filings.
Is an FTZ the same as a bonded warehouse?
No, FTZs and bonded warehouses are distinct customs programs with different rules, though both allow certain deferrals of duty on imported goods.
How do I get subzone status for my own facility?
You would typically contact the zone grantee, the Port of Corpus Christi Authority, to discuss subzone designation for your specific facility and then follow the FTZ Board's application process.
What kinds of businesses use FTZs?
Importers, manufacturers, and distributors that handle foreign-origin merchandise as part of their operations are the typical users of FTZ status.
Does FTZ status guarantee duty savings?
Duty deferral, reduction, or elimination depends on the specific activity and how goods are ultimately shipped, so outcomes vary by facility and are not guaranteed figures.
Where can I find the official application process?
The official FTZ Board application process is described at https://www.trade.gov/how-to-apply.
Source: FTZ Board OFIS zone list (ofis.trade.gov). GetFundedUSA is independent and not affiliated with this zone's operator.