We made it to the 21st century!
We did it! Pillar video, contact form, the whole nine! Your Customs Broker and freight forwarder has now made the leap all the way from the 19th century to the 21st century just like that.
JW Hampton is Older than Planters?
Fun fact: Planters Peanuts was founded in 1906...41 years after JW Hampton.
We’ve been in business since 1865, and while we might have a few “nuts” on the team, we take pride in serving our clients with honesty, integrity, and a personal touch.
Somethings Just Age Very Well
Amazon. Google. Alibaba.
All great companies, but JW Hampton’s been connecting marketplaces since 1865. That's over a century...before “add to cart” was even a thing.
JW Hampton Never Stops
When the world shut down, trade didn’t. 🌎
Borders closed. Flights stopped. But our clients’ shipments kept moving, because preparation beats panic every time.
China "Fentanyl Tariffs" Reduced from 20% to 10%
China "Fentanyl Tariffs" Reduced from 20% to 10%
How to Change a Tire
Need to change a tire?🚗 I can't help with that, but at JW Hampton, we excel in getting your shipments across the globe.
Is Importing Scary?
Facing the fear of importing this Halloween?
Let the experienced team at JW Hampton handle your freight with confidence.
Lunar New Year Shutdowns
Every importer’s nightmare: Lunar New Year shutdowns. 💤
2026 may feel far away, but February 17 will be here before you know it.
JW Hampton is Older Than Campbell’s
Fun fact: Campbell’s Soup’s famous red and white label was inspired by the Cornell football team.
One Mistake with Customs Can Cause a Chain Reaction
One mistake with Customs can trigger a chain reaction.
JW Hampton Team Work
At JW Hampton, we work around the clock to ensure our clients have no issues with their importing and exporting needs.
Climate Change WILL Have a Big Impact.
Climate change is already reshaping global shipping. Melting ice is opening new trade routes, but it also brings new risks.
Amazon Doesn’t Make the Rules
Amazon doesn’t make the rules, they just deliver them. Tariff numbers and duty rates all live in the tariff book, and yes, it’s massive.
JW Hampton Around Since Abe Lincoln
From Honest Abe to Honest JW Hampton—1865 to today. 160+ years later, honesty is still the backbone of everything we do.
Why is Exporting Easier Than Importing?
Exporting is usually the easy part; less paperwork, no duties on the way out, and faster turnaround.
What Does a Customs Broker Do?
Ever wonder how that shirt made it from overseas to the rack in your favorite store?