# Bonded warehouses > Store imported goods without paying duties up front; pay only when goods leave the facility, deferring duties for up to five years after the end of Section 321. Source: https://www.shipmonk.com/fulfillment-solutions/bonded-warehouses Last updated: 2026-11-04 Company: ShipMonk (3PL and ecommerce fulfillment) — site index: https://www.shipmonk.com/llms.txt --- Bonded warehouses # Navigate the End of Section 321 with a Bonded Warehouse A bonded warehouse allows you to store imported goods without paying duties or taxes upfront. You only pay when your products are sold and leave the facility, allowing you to defer costs for up to five years and significantly improve your cash flow. Visit our Tariff Hub for the latest refund updates and filing deadlines. Learn More → Talk to an expert 5 years to defer duties and taxes 4–6 weeks to get bonded with our team 5 bonded locations in the US and Canada ## Customer loyalty starts here – Trusted by the best Bonded fulfillment ## What is bonded fulfillment? [A bonded fulfillment center](https://www.shipmonk.com/resources/content-hub/bonded-fulfillment-centers) is a secure warehouse where you can store imported goods duty-free until you’re ready to sell them. With ShipMonk’s bonded services, you don’t pay [taxes or duties](https://www.shipmonk.com/resources/tariffs) upfront, giving you more control over your cash flow and inventory. Benefits ## Bonded fulfillment benefits A bonded fulfillment center is a secure facility authorized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) that allows you to store imported goods duty-free until they’re ready to enter the market. This means you don’t pay duties or taxes upfront, giving you maximum flexibility and control over your inventory and cash flow. ### Cut costs Defer customs duties and taxes until your goods are sold, freeing up your capital to reinvest in important areas of your business. ### Boost cash flow Use your duty savings to invest in marketing, expansion, and other growth-driving activities. ### Simplify your operations Save time and reduce administrative burdens with streamlined logistics and expert customs compliance support. ### Ship faster, save more Faster delivery, optimized pricing, and a simplified supply chain give you the power to outpace your competition. ### Unlock flexibility with bonded fulfillment Talk to an expert ## What our customers are saying As a large CPG that has been through several Fulfillment partners in the last few years, we can finally say that we found a home. Jason Welsh Their customer service teams are telepathic, telekinetic, and pyrokinetic. They know my issue before I tell them, are already solving them, and are fired up to help. Noah Gould We came for ShipMonk’s pricing but stayed for their great customer service. Since we started working with ShipMonk we have grown more than 4x. Mike Abadi We were OOS on inventory with a large number of backorders. ShipMonk tripled their daily throughput and resolved everything within 24 hours. Amazing! Nikhil Byanna Been with ShipMonk for several years. We have regular meetings and the service is excellent. Highly recommend to ecommerce brands. Chris Neville Bonded locations ## Strategic, time-saving locations Our strategically placed [bonded fulfillment centers](https://www.shipmonk.com/resources/fulfillment-locations/) reduce shipping time and costs, ensuring faster delivery and greater savings for your business. Our bonded locations: [Dallas – Fort Worth, TX](https://www.shipmonk.com/resources/fulfillment-locations/dallas-fort-worth-texas) [Las Vegas, NV](https://www.shipmonk.com/resources/fulfillment-locations/las-vegas-nevada) [Louisville, KY](https://www.shipmonk.com/resources/fulfillment-locations/louisville-kentucky) [Pittston, PA](https://www.shipmonk.com/resources/fulfillment-locations/pittston-pennsylvania) [Ontario, Canada](https://www.shipmonk.com/lp/canada-fulfillment/) Ship from ShipMonk campusOrders shippingClick anywhere on the map to send an order 1 day2 days2-day ground delivery to 95% of the lower 48 Zone 1Zone 8 The delivery range indicates the expected transit time. Actual transit time may vary for individual shipments. Illustrative ground shipping zones. Actual zones depend on the destination ZIP code and carrier. 99.8% of orders ship on time within SLA 99.95% accuracy rate in fulfilling orders 99.8% inventory accuracy rate How it works ## How bonded fulfillment works With ShipMonk’s bonded fulfillment, you save on upfront costs, streamline your customs process, and gain more flexibility for your [global inventory](https://www.shipmonk.com/fulfillment-solutions/cross-border/) . Inform ShipMonk about your incoming shipment. Simply send an email to our U.S. broker with the shipment details to get started. Why ShipMonk ## Why choose ShipMonk for bonded fulfillment? ### Real-time inventory management Our tech integrates with your [ecommerce platforms](https://www.shipmonk.com/platform/) , so you can monitor your inventory and orders in one place. ### Quick start, hassle-free setup Getting started is simple! Our team helps you become bonded in as little as 4 to 6 weeks. ### Support when you need it We’re here to guide you every step of the way, offering advice and support tailored to your business needs. Ready to optimize your shipping strategy? ## Get the documentation checklist to start your bonded import Talk to an expert