Import and sell locally across DTC, Amazon, TikTok Shop, and retail.
OpenBorder acts as your Importer of Record, managing product compliance, tax requirements, and local entity representation so you can launch local DTC fulfillment, Amazon, TikTok Shop, and retail faster.
Everything you need to import inventory and sell locally.
We act as your Importer of Record, taking responsibility for the legal, regulatory, and tax requirements needed to bring inventory into supported markets.
Legal importer of record.
We act as the legal Importer of Record, importing inventory into supported countries under our registrations so it can be stored and sold locally.
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Product compliance.
We review labels, ingredients, claims, certifications, and product documentation to help ensure your goods meet local import requirements. Where required, we support product registrations, relabeling, and responsible party services.
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Tax compliance.
We manage the import tax process, pay applicable duties and taxes on your behalf, and handle the required tax administration for supported markets.
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Local selling infrastructure.
Whether you're launching local DTC fulfillment, Amazon FBA, TikTok Shop, or retail distribution, we provide the import infrastructure required to get products into market.
What is an Importer of Record?
An Importer of Record (IOR) is the legal entity responsible for importing commercial goods into a country. They ensure products comply with local regulations, clear customs, and meet all import requirements.
Brands typically need an Importer of Record when importing inventory for local storage and resale, such as through local warehouses, Amazon FBA, TikTok Shop, or retail distribution.
OpenBorder acts as your Importer of Record in supported markets, allowing you to expand locally without establishing your own import infrastructure.
Brands typically need an Importer of Record when importing inventory for local storage and resale, such as through local warehouses, Amazon FBA, TikTok Shop, or retail distribution.
OpenBorder acts as your Importer of Record in supported markets, allowing you to expand locally without establishing your own import infrastructure.
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Build your global commerce stack.
Build your international operations beyond IOR with fulfillment, marketplaces, and product compliance.
International fulfillment
Stock inventory locally in your biggest markets. Cut delivery time to 1–3 days.
International marketplaces
Amazon FBA globally and TikTok Shop UK & US — managed by us. New revenue channels. No new headcount.
Product compliance
We handle local regulations — labeling, ingredient rules, restricted goods — in every market we serve.
Frequently asked questions
When do I need an Importer of Record?
What does OpenBorder handle as my Importer of Record?
Can OpenBorder help with Amazon FBA, TikTok Shop, and local fulfillment?
What product compliance services are included?
Do I need to set up a local company?
Ready to launch locally in new markets?
We'll help you import inventory, navigate compliance, and get set up for local fulfillment, Amazon, TikTok Shop, or retail without building your own import infrastructure.
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