The importer/exporter is recognized as the person who initiates the need for international trade, which contributes significantly to Jamaica’s GDP. These individuals or businesses are responsible for bringing goods into (importers) or sending goods out of (exporters) a country. Importers purchase goods from foreign suppliers to sell domestically or use in production, while exporters sell locally produced goods to overseas markets. Both must coordinate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and shipping agents to ensure smooth transportation and clearance of goods, and the Jamaica PCS makes it easier for their agents and brokers, as it streamlines the processes in such time-sensitive operations.