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Alaska Updates and Resources
See updates and fuel charges from American Fast Freight (AFF) and access key resources
Destination Anchorage, AK:
| Departure Ports | Departs | Transit Days |
|---|---|---|
| TACOMA, WA | WED/FRI | 4 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS NOON THE DAY OF SAILING | ||
Destination Fairbanks, AK:
| Departure Ports | Departs | Transit Days |
|---|---|---|
| TACOMA, WA | WED/FRI | 4 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS NOON THE DAY OF SAILING | ||
Destination Soldotna, AK:
| Departure Ports | Departs | Transit Days |
|---|---|---|
| TACOMA, WA | WED/FRI | 4 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS NOON THE DAY OF SAILING | ||
Tariff & Accessorial Charges
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KFF Waiver Form
Keep From Freezing Service Waiver of Liability (Opt-Out)
KFF Waiver Termination Form
Keep From Freezing Service Waiver of Liability Termination Form (Opt-In)
Credit & Claims
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AFF Bill of Lading
Appointment Scheduling Procedures
Appointment Scheduling Procedures Fife Terminal
American Fast Freight has newly defined receiving and Appointment Scheduling Procedures Fife Terminal in Fife, WA. Please see our instructions below.
1.) Please direct any questions or concerns to our Dispatch/Traffic/Transportation Department.
2.) American Fast Freight Fife terminal is now scheduling appointments for received loads. All other loads will be loaded on a first come, first served basis.
3.) Appointments need to be scheduled a minimum of 24 hours in advance. Appointments can by made at 253-926-5034 or by email our Receiving Office.
4.) Information Needed to Book an Appointment (See our Appointment Quick sheet)
- Contact person and information
- Dry/Reefer/Flatbed
- Piece(s), Pallet(s), Drum(s), etc. count & weight
- Time they are looking for
- Consignee information when available
- Vendor
- Inbound carrier (Pro# is a plus)*Customer’s that contact the booking desk to schedule pickup or who have a standing pickup schedule do not need to make appointments.
5.) Hours for Appointments and Delivery
Dry
Mon – 6AM to 3:30PM
Tue – 6AM to 5:30PM
Wed – 5AM – 1PM
Thur – 6AM to 5:30PM
Fri – 5AM to 1PM
Reefer
Mon – 6AM to 3:30PM
Tue – 6am – 3:30PM
Wed – 5AM to 12PM
Thur – 6AM to 3:30PM
Fri – 5AM to 12PM
Flatbed
Mon – 8AM to 3:30PM
Tue – 7:30AM to 3:30PM
Wed – 7:30AM – 1PM
Thur – 7:30AM to 3:30PM
Fri – 7:30AM to 1PM
6.) To receive the driver must have a Bill of Lading with these required fields complete. (See our BOL Quick sheet)
- Origin/Shipper Company, Bill to and Consignee:
- Names, Addresses, Cities, States, Zips & Phone #s
- Notify Upon Arrival Party (if applies)
- Names, Addresses, Cities, States, Zips & Phone #s
- Charges:
- Prepaid, collect, 3rd party, driver collect, cash on delivery (cash or certified)
- Quote number and reference number’s – as required on the invoice for payment (if applies)
- PO/Order/Shipper #
- Shipment Details
- Number of units I.E Pallets, pieces, etc.
- Description and class
- Weight
- AFF may verify and/or reweight packages to verify stated weights
- Hazardous material information
- Signature
7.) Notify AFF, on a separate Bill of Lading, per item that requires unique temperatures. If you have any questions regarding Appointment Scheduling Procedures Fife Terminal, please reach out to our Receiving Office at the contact info at 253-926-5034 or by email Receiving Office.
Hawaii Updates and Resources
See updates and fuel charges from Hawaii Ocean Transport (HOT) and RPM, and access key resources
Current Rates
Historic Rates
Destination Honolulu, HI (Oahu)
| Departure Ports | Departs | Transit Days |
|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | WED/SAT | 4 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF is 4:30pm MONDAY & THURSDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
| OAKLAND, CA | TUE/FRI | 4 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS 4:30PM THE FRIDAY AND WEDNESDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
| SEATTLE, WA | SAT | 6 – 7 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS 5:00PM THE THURSDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
Destination Nawiliwili, HI (Kauai)
| Departure Ports | Departs | Transit Days |
|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | WED | 6 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS 4:30PM MONDAY/THURSDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
| OAKLAND, CA | TUE/FRI | 7 – 8 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS NOON THE FRIDAY/WEDNESDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
| SEATTLE, WA | SAT | 10 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS 4:30PM THE THURSDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
Destination Kahului, HI (Maui)
| Departure Ports | Departs | Transit Days |
|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | WED/SAT | 6 DAYS/9 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS 4:30PM MONDAY/THURSDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
| OAKLAND, CA | TUE/FRI | 7- 8 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS NOON THE FRIDAY/WEDNESDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
| SEATTLE, WA | SAT | 10 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS 4:30PM THE THURSDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
Destination Hilo, HI (Big Island)
| Departure Ports | Departs | Transit Days |
|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | WED/SAT | 9 – 10 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS 4:30PM THE MONDAY/THURSDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
| OAKLAND, CA | TUE/FRI | 7- 8 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS NOON THE FRIDAY/WEDNESDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
| SEATTLE, WA | SAT | 10 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS 4:30PM THE THURSDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
Destination Guam
| Departure Ports | Departs | Transit Days |
|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | WED | 13 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS 4:30PM MONDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
Destination Tacoma, WA
| Departure Ports | Departs | Transit Days |
|---|---|---|
| ANCHORAGE, AK | TUE | 4 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS NOON THE DAY OF SAILING | ||
| ANCHORAGE, AK | SUN | 6 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS 4:30PM THE FRIDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
| FAIRANKS, AK | TUE | 6 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS 4:30PM THE MONDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
| FAIRBANKS, AK | SUN | 8 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS NOON THE DAY OF SAILING | ||
| HONOLULU, HI | MON | 8 – 10 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS NOON THE DAY OF SAILING | ||
Destination Los Angeles, CA
| Departure Ports | Departs | Transit Days |
|---|---|---|
| HONOLULU, HI | FRI | 7 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS THE TUESDAY BEFORE SAILING | ||
| HONOLULU, HI | WED | 4 DAYS |
| *CUTOFF IS NOON THE DAY OF SAILING | ||
Historic Rates
Tariff & Accessorial Charges
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Credit & Claims
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HOT Bill of Lading
Fife, WA Appointment Scheduling
American Fast Freight has newly defined receiving and Appointment Scheduling Procedures Fife Terminal in Fife, WA. Please see our instructions below.
1.) Please direct any questions or concerns to our Dispatch/Traffic/Transportation Department.
2.) American Fast Freight Fife terminal is now scheduling appointments for received loads. All other loads will be loaded on a first come, first served basis.
3.) Appointments need to be scheduled a minimum of 24 hours in advance. Appointments can by made at 253-926-5034 or by email our Receiving Office.
4.) Information Needed to Book an Appointment (See our Appointment Quick sheet)
- Contact person and information
- Dry/Reefer/Flatbed
- Piece(s), Pallet(s), Drum(s), etc. count & weight
- Time they are looking for
- Consignee information when available
- Vendor
- Inbound carrier (Pro# is a plus)*Customer’s that contact the booking desk to schedule pickup or who have a standing pickup schedule do not need to make appointments.
5.) Hours for Appointments and Delivery
Dry
Mon – 6AM to 3:30PM
Tue – 6AM to 5:30PM
Wed – 5AM – 1PM
Thur – 6AM to 5:30PM
Fri – 5AM to 1PM
Reefer
Mon – 6AM to 3:30PM
Tue – 6am – 3:30PM
Wed – 5AM to 12PM
Thur – 6AM to 3:30PM
Fri – 5AM to 12PM
Flatbed
Mon – 8AM to 3:30PM
Tue – 7:30AM to 3:30PM
Wed – 7:30AM – 1PM
Thur – 7:30AM to 3:30PM
Fri – 7:30AM to 1PM
6.) To receive the driver must have a Bill of Lading with these required fields complete. (See our BOL Quick sheet)
- Origin/Shipper Company, Bill to and Consignee:
- Names, Addresses, Cities, States, Zips & Phone #s
- Notify Upon Arrival Party (if applies)
- Names, Addresses, Cities, States, Zips & Phone #s
- Charges:
- Prepaid, collect, 3rd party, driver collect, cash on delivery (cash or certified)
- Quote number and reference number’s – as required on the invoice for payment (if applies)
- PO/Order/Shipper #
- Shipment Details
- Number of units I.E Pallets, pieces, etc.
- Description and class
- Weight
- AFF may verify and/or reweight packages to verify stated weights
- Hazardous material information
- Signature
7.) Notify AFF, on a separate Bill of Lading, per item that requires unique temperatures. If you have any questions regarding Appointment Scheduling Procedures Fife Terminal, please reach out to our Receiving Office at the contact info at 253-926-5034 or by email Receiving Office.
Caribbean Updates & Resources
NJ Terminal
NJ terminal:
Effective February 1, 2025:
- BAF LTL- 26% via NJ
Effective March 1, 2025:
- BAF LTL- 28% via NJ
FL Terminal
FL terminal:
Effective February 1, 2025:
- BAF LTL- 23% via JAX
Effective March 1, 2025:
- BAF LTL- 21% via JAX
Historic Rates
NJ Terminal - Historic Rates
| Effective Date | BAF LTL | BAF 40' HC | BAF 45' HC |
|---|---|---|---|
|
3/1/2025 |
28% |
$485.00 |
$510.00 |
|
2/1/2025 |
26% |
$440.00 |
$465.00 |
|
1/1/2025 |
26% |
$440.00 |
$465.00 |
|
12/1/2024 |
26% |
$440.00 |
$465.00 |
|
11/1/2024 |
26% |
$440.00 |
$480.00 |
|
10/1/2024 |
26% |
$440.00 |
$480.00 |
|
9/1/2024 |
27% |
$485.00 |
$510.00 |
|
8/1/2024 |
27% |
$485.00 |
$510.00 |
|
7/1/2024 |
27% |
$485.00 |
$510.00 |
|
6/1/2024 |
30% |
$535.00 |
$555.00 |
|
5/1/2024 |
30% |
$535.00 |
$555.00 |
|
4/1/2024 |
33% |
$575.00 |
$600.00 |
|
3/1/2024 |
31% |
$530.00 |
$555.00 |
|
2/1/2024 |
31% |
$530.00 |
$555.00 |
|
1/1/2024 |
33% |
$575.00 |
$600.00 |
|
12/1/2023 |
36% |
$620.00 |
$645.00 |
|
11/1/2023 |
38% |
$665.00 |
$690.00 |
|
10/1/2023 |
36% |
$620.00 |
$645.00 |
|
9/1/2023 |
28% |
$485.00 |
$510.00 |
|
7/1/2023 |
26% |
$440.00 |
$465.00 |
|
6/1/2023 |
26% |
$440.00 |
$465.00 |
|
5/1/2023 |
28% |
$485.00 |
$510.00 |
|
4/1/2023 |
31% |
$530.00 |
$555.00 |
|
3/1/2023 |
38% |
$665.00 |
$690.00 |
|
2/1/2023 |
36% |
$620.00 |
$645.00 |
|
1/1/2023 |
43% |
$755.00 |
$780.00 |
|
12/1/2022 |
46% |
$800.00 |
$825.00 |
|
11/1/2022 |
41% |
$710.00 |
$735.00 |
|
10/1/2022 |
43% |
$755.00 |
$780.00 |
|
9/1/2022 |
48% |
$845.00 |
$870.00 |
|
8/1/2022 |
56% |
$980.00 |
$1,005.00 |
FL Terminal - Historic Rates
| Effective Date | BAF LTL | BAF 40' HC | BAF 45' HC | BAF 53' HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3/1/2025 |
21% |
$376.00 |
$396.00 |
$471.00 |
|
2/1/2025 |
23% |
$412.00 |
$432.00 |
$516.00 |
|
1/1/2025 |
21% |
$376.00 |
$396.00 |
$471.00 |
|
12/1/2024 |
20% |
$329.00 |
$329.00 |
$410.00 |
|
11/1/2024 |
20% |
$329.00 |
$329.00 |
$410.00 |
|
10/1/2024 |
17% |
$317.00 |
$317.00 |
$395.00 |
|
9/1/2024 |
18% |
$317.00 |
$317.00 |
$395.00 |
|
8/1/2024 |
19% |
$340.00 |
$340.00 |
$425.00 |
|
7/1/2024 |
21% |
$352.00 |
$352.00 |
$440.00 |
|
6/1/2024 |
21% |
$305.00 |
$305.00 |
$380.00 |
|
5/1/2024 |
21% |
$305.00 |
$305.00 |
$380.00 |
|
4/1/2024 |
21% |
$305.00 |
$305.00 |
$380.00 |
|
3/1/2024 |
26% |
$376.00 |
$376.00 |
$471.00 |
|
2/1/2024 |
30% |
$435.00 |
$435.00 |
$446.00 |
|
1/1/2024 |
25% |
$364.00 |
$364.00 |
$456.00 |
|
12/1/2023 |
24% |
$340.00 |
$340.00 |
$425.00 |
|
11/1/2023 |
23% |
$329.00 |
$329.00 |
$410.00 |
|
10/1/2023 |
23% |
$329.00 |
$329.00 |
$410.00 |
|
9/1/2023 |
23% |
$329.00 |
$329.00 |
$410.00 |
|
7/1/2023 |
24% |
$340.00 |
$340.00 |
$425.00 |
|
6/1/2023 |
22% |
$317.00 |
$317.00 |
$395.00 |
|
5/1/2023 |
22% |
$317.00 |
$317.00 |
$395.00 |
|
4/1/2023 |
22% |
$317.00 |
$317.00 |
$395.00 |
|
3/1/2023 |
30% |
$435.00 |
$435.00 |
$546.00 |
|
2/1/2023 |
44% |
$629.00 |
$629.00 |
$785.00 |
|
1/1/2023 |
37% |
$533.00 |
$533.00 |
$665.00 |
|
12/1/2022 |
28% |
$400.00 |
$400.00 |
$501.00 |
|
11/1/2022 |
30% |
$435.00 |
$435.00 |
$546.00 |
|
10/1/2022 |
36% |
$521.00 |
$521.00 |
$650.00 |
|
9/1/2022 |
43% |
$617.00 |
$617.00 |
$770.00 |
|
8/1/2022 |
33% |
$473.00 |
$473.00 |
$590.00 |
PUERTO RICO TRANSIT SCHEDULE
Southbound:| Departure Port | Receiving Cutoff | Departs | Transit Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eddystone, NJ | 12pm – Tuesday | Wednesday | 7 Days |
| Houston, TX | 4pm – Thursday | Every other Friday | 6 Days |
| Jasksonville, FL | 12pm – Monday & Thursday | Tuesday & Friday | 3 Days |
| Jasksonville, FL (BARGE) | 12pm – Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday | Wednesday, Thursday & Friday | 5 Days |
| Departure Port | Receiving Cutoff | Departs | Transit Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eddystone, NJ | – | Saturday, Wednesday & Friday | 6 Days |
| Jasksonville, FL | – | Tuesday & Satruday | 3 Days |
| Jasksonville, FL (BARGE) | – | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday | 5-6 Days |
International Updates & Resources
Odyssey International Services Inc.
Credit & Claims
Terms & Conditions
- Rules & Regulations
- Terms and Conditions of Service
- Terms and Conditions – FTZ
- Terms & Conditions of Contract (Domestic Straight BOL)
- Terms & Conditions of Contract (International Ocean BOL)
- Terms & Conditions of Contract (International Air BOL)
- Terms & Conditions of Contract (Project Division)
- Terms & Conditions of Contract (Warehouse)
Import Forms
- ISF Form & Instructions 10+2
- ISF Form & Instructions 5+2
- Client Onboarding Packet (COMBO)
- Customs Form 301 – Application for Continuous Bond
- Customs Form 401 – Automated Clearinghouse for Credit Enrollment
- Customs Form 3299 – Form 3299 Instructions
- Customs Form 3299 – Customs Form 3299 Packet
- Customs Form 3311 – Declaration for Free Entry of Returned American Products
- Proforma Invoice
- Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA Certification)
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