How Foreign Trade Zone #219 Gives Companies a Competitive Edge

In the dynamic world of international commerce, strategic advantages can make all the difference. For companies operating in—or considering a move to—Yuma County, Arizona, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) #219 offers one of the region’s most powerful economic incentives. Located in the heart of the binational mega-region that bridges Arizona, California, and Baja California, FTZ #219 helps manufacturers, distributors, and logistics providers reduce costs, manage cash flow, and grow with confidence on a global scale.

 
The Strategic Advantage of FTZ #219

  • These zone is ideally positioned near major ports of entry, interstates, and international airports, offering seamless access to both North American and global markets.
  • Companies operating within FTZ #219 enjoy a wide range of benefits:
  • Deferral, reduction, or elimination of tariffs on imported goods
  • Property Tax reduction by 78%
  • No State Inventory Tax
  • Warehousing of goods and products indefinitely
  • No duty on re-exports, scrap, or waste
  • Activation of a site anywhere in Yuma County within 60 Days
  • A Business-Friendly Gateway to Global Trade

The Greater Yuma Economic Development Corporation (GYEDC) actively supports companies looking to activate FTZ status or incorporate FTZ #219 into their growth strategy. Our team helps navigate the application process, identify optimal zone locations, and ensure businesses maximize their tariff and tax savings.

Greater Yuma is not just a gateway between the U.S. and Mexico—it’s a launchpad for global trade. With Foreign Trade Zone #219, businesses can reduce tariff burdens, optimize tax exposure, and compete on a world-class level.

To learn more about how FTZ #219 can benefit your business, contact the Greater Yuma Economic Development Corporation at GlaVann@greateryuma.org or download the FTZ here

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