Carl Jöhnk KG
Carl Jöhnk KG - Forwarding agency and warehouse in Hamburg. Independent and owner-managed since 1927.
21107 Hamburg
+49 (0) 40 - 75 28 97 - 0
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Import Hamburg: Import clearance, customs clearance & warehouse directly at the port
Professional import handling in Hamburg requires in-depth knowledge of complex customs and import regulations. Our experienced team supports you throughout every step of the import process – from customs clearance and storage in the bonded warehouse (OZL) to onward transportation. This ensures your imported goods reach their destination efficiently, in compliance with regulations, and without delays.
Our Range of Import Services in Hamburg
As an experienced partner for imports via Hamburg, we offer comprehensive support throughout the entire import chain. From initial goods receipt and customs clearance in Hamburg to storage in the bonded warehouse (OZL) and onward transport – our import handling is efficient, compliant, and reliable. Rely on our local infrastructure and expertise in customs clearance in Hamburg.
Handling
Our team carefully and efficiently handles your imported goods to ensure smooth and timely processing.
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Customs Clearance
Our experts take care of smooth customs clearance so that your imported goods pass through customs quickly and efficiently.
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(Customs) Storage
Our company-owned warehouses offer the ideal solution for customs and temporary storage of your imported goods.
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Forwarding
After handling, we ensure seamless on-carriage of your goods. Our team ensures on-time delivery and reliable transportation.
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Handling of customs goods
Authorized Consignee & Shipper
As an authorized consignee and consignor of customs goods, we facilitate the transportation of customs goods, allowing you to benefit from accelerated delivery times and reduced costs.
Customs warehouse
Our bonded warehouse provides secure and monitored storage for imported goods.
Customs transit warehouse
Our specialized customs transit warehouse offers the possibility of temporarily storing imported goods while customs formalities are being handled.
Open bonded warehouse
In the open bonded warehouse you can store imported goods before full customs clearance. This allows you to remain flexible at all times.
Strategic Location – Why Choose Hamburg for Imports?
The Port of Hamburg is one of Europe’s largest and most efficient logistics hubs – making the city an ideal location for import handling of your goods.
Why Hamburg Stands Out as an Import Hub
As a locally based partner, we support you every step of the way: from the arrival of goods and customs clearance to storage in the bonded warehouse (OZL) and onward transport – efficient, compliant, and cost-effective.
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Fast turnaround times thanks to optimized infrastructure
Seamless access to customs and warehousing
Comprehensive network of forwarders, logistics experts and storage facilities
Ideal hub for deliveries across Germany and Europe
Customs Handling in Hamburg – Efficient, Compliant, and Close to You
Customs clearance in Hamburg is a key step in the import process – especially for shipments arriving via the port. Our team supports you with all customs formalities, from document checks to import declarations. With many years of experience and close cooperation with the customs authorities in Hamburg, we ensure that your goods are processed quickly, in full compliance with regulations, and without unnecessary delays. This guarantees a smooth and efficient import process at the Hamburg location.
Bonded Warehouse Hamburg (OZL) – Flexible Solutions for Non-Cleared Goods
A customs warehouse in Hamburg (OZL) allows you to store imported goods duty-free and tax-free until you decide how to proceed with them. This type of interim storage offers clear financial and logistical advantages – import duties are only incurred when the goods are finally removed from the customs warehouse.
Our own customs warehouses in Hamburg offer secure, monitored, and fully compliant storage for your imported goods. With direct access to the Port of Hamburg and close proximity to the relevant customs offices, we ensure fast availability and flexible use – ideal for companies looking to manage international goods flows, streamline customs processes, and reduce storage costs.
FAQ – Everything You Need to Know About Importing
Import clearance includes all customs and logistical procedures required to bring goods from non-EU countries into the European Union. In Hamburg, we offer this service directly on site – including customs clearance, storage in a bonded warehouse (OZL), and onward transport.
Our experts handle the complete customs clearance of your imported goods – from electronic declaration and tariff classification to final approval by customs authorities. Throughout the process, we work closely with the relevant customs offices in Hamburg.
An OZL (Open Bonded Warehouse) allows for duty-free storage of imported goods. You only pay import duties when the goods are removed from the warehouse. Our OZL facilities in Hamburg are easily accessible and secured around the clock.
Hamburg offers short distances between the port, warehouses, and customs offices – significantly reducing processing times. In addition, you benefit from our regional expertise and well-established local procedures.
There is no fixed maximum storage period in an OZL. As long as legal requirements are met, goods can be stored there duty-free for the long term.