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FTZ 135 — Foreign-Trade Zone 135 — Port of Palm Beach District
Florida · Palm Beach County · Port of entry: FL, West Palm Beach
FTZ 135 is a Foreign-Trade Zone sponsored by the Port of Palm Beach District in Florida, covering a service area in Martin, Palm Beach, and St. Lucie Counties. It operates in connection with the port of entry at West Palm Beach, Florida.
Foreign-Trade Zone 135 is a designated Foreign-Trade Zone administered by the Port of Palm Beach District, headquartered in Florida. FTZ 135 is located in Palm Beach County and its service area covers Martin, Palm Beach and St. Lucie Counties, with the exception of Sites 1 through 4 of FTZ 218, which are located in St. Lucie County. The zone operates in connection with the port of entry at West Palm Beach, Florida.
A Foreign-Trade Zone is a legally designated area within the United States that is treated, for customs purposes, as if it were outside U.S. commerce. Companies operating within an FTZ may be able to defer, reduce, or in some cases eliminate customs duties on merchandise that is imported, stored, processed, assembled, or re-exported within the zone, depending on the nature of their activity and applicable customs regulations.
FTZ 135 is relevant to importers, manufacturers, and distributors with existing or planned operations in Martin, Palm Beach, or St. Lucie Counties who import merchandise subject to U.S. customs duties. Businesses evaluating whether FTZ status could apply to a specific facility typically work with a customs broker or an FTZ compliance consultant, who can review the facility's operations, determine whether site or subzone designation is appropriate, and assist with the paperwork required by the FTZ Board and U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Who qualifies
How to apply
1. Contact the Port of Palm Beach District, the grantee for FTZ 135, to discuss whether a specific facility within Martin, Palm Beach, or St. Lucie Counties could qualify for site or subzone designation.
2. Alternatively, consult a customs broker or FTZ compliance consultant to review the facility's operations and determine fit within FTZ 135's service area.
3. Review the official FTZ Board application process at https://www.trade.gov/how-to-apply for the formal steps required to obtain FTZ authority.
Service area: Martin, Palm Beach and St. Lucie Counties (with the exception of Sites 1 through 4 of FTZ 218, which are located in St. Lucie County)
Questions people ask
What is FTZ 135?
FTZ 135 is a Foreign-Trade Zone sponsored by the Port of Palm Beach District, covering a service area in Martin, Palm Beach, and St. Lucie Counties, Florida.
Who is the grantee of FTZ 135?
The grantee is the Port of Palm Beach District.
What area does FTZ 135 cover?
It covers Martin, Palm Beach, and St. Lucie Counties, except for Sites 1 through 4 of FTZ 218, which are located in St. Lucie County.
What port of entry is associated with FTZ 135?
The associated port of entry is West Palm Beach, Florida.
Do I need a customs broker to use FTZ 135?
While not strictly required by law, most companies work with a customs broker or FTZ compliance consultant to determine eligibility and file the necessary paperwork.
Is an FTZ the same as a bonded warehouse?
No, an FTZ and a bonded warehouse are distinct customs designations with different rules, though both can offer duty-related benefits.
How do I get subzone status for my own facility within FTZ 135?
You would contact the Port of Palm Beach District or a customs broker to discuss designation, then follow the FTZ Board's official application process.
Can a business outside Palm Beach County use FTZ 135?
Yes, as long as the facility is located within the stated service area of Martin, Palm Beach, or St. Lucie Counties, excluding the specified FTZ 218 sites.
What kinds of businesses use FTZs like FTZ 135?
Importers, manufacturers, and distributors that handle dutiable merchandise commonly evaluate FTZ status for their facilities.
Where can I find the official application process for FTZ authority?
The official process is available 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.