Customs4trade CAS vs Descartes Customs and Regulatory Compliance
Customs4trade CAS
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| Figure | Customs4trade CAS | Descartes Customs and Regulatory Compliance |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | €66/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 4 | 6 |
| Spec score · Trade Management Software | 7.4 (#16) | 7.9 (#4) |
| Spec score · Customs Management Software | 7.4 (#10) | 7.6 (#8) |
| Founded | 2004 | 1981 |
| Headquarters | Mechelen, Belgium | Waterloo, Ontario, Canada |
| Integrations | CAS integrates with ERP and warehouse management systems through APIs, and its API supports real-time data exchange. | The classification solution describes an API and integration with business systems such as SAP and Oracle; the e-Customs pricing page also specifies a Standard API. |
| Pricing limits | Pricing depends on modules, declaration counts, volumes or countries; the maker says there are no maintenance costs and user count does not affect CAS pricing. | The e-Customs page says volume charges are tiered, volumes are generally shared across modules with stated exceptions, and user limits are based on simultaneous logins. |
| Purpose | CAS automates customs and excise compliance processes, including declarations, special procedures and excise management, across countries. | The suite provides customs compliance preparation, filing, and visibility for cargo security filings, customs declarations, and other regulatory mandates. |
| Support | Basic support is included and available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm CET; Premium and Premium Plus support can be added. | The e-Customs pricing page lists 24/7 customs expertise support, self-paced training, and online help. |
Plans
Customs4trade CAS
- CAS DeclarationsPrice not published
- CAS ExcisePrice not published
- CAS InsightsPrice not published
- CAS Special ProceduresPrice not published
Descartes Customs and Regulatory Compliance
- Base PlatformPriced on request
- ModulesPriced on request
- Setup FeePriced on request
- Additional Users€66 a month
- Duty Management Modules€170 a month
- Base Platform (Descartes e-Customs)€200 a month
In their own words
Customs4trade CAS
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Descartes Customs and Regulatory Compliance
Descartes Customs and Regulatory Compliance is a suite for preparing customs filings and tracking regulatory filing status. Its solution areas include customs declarations, cargo security filings, product classification and duty determination, denied-party screening, government and industry programs, and foreign-trade-zone management. Declaration capabilities cover filings in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and several European countries. The workflow includes system integration, real-time global customs status visibility, automated data validation, and manual or EDI data capture. Security filings submit advanced manifest data electronically across regions including the Americas, EMEA, and APAC, with multi-party data sharing, alerts, reporting, and status updates. The AI-assisted classification offering includes trade content on duties, tariffs, regulations, explanatory notes, trade agreements, rulings, and compliance checks from more than 175 countries. Access is through web and API, and e-Customs is described as SaaS without server or hosting fees or VPN requirements. Listed pricing includes a Base Platform starting at €200 a month, plus an €800 + VAT setup fee; subscription cost varies by modules, committed declaration volume, and concurrent users. Duty Management Modules are listed at €170 a month, with volume pricing potentially applying.