FIRMS code

I254 Metro International Services, LLC

Deleted Foreign trade zone

This code is deleted in CBP's FIRMS list. Don't use it on new filings. FIRMSapi keeps deleted codes so lookups of old paperwork still resolve; check the port listing for a replacement.

Facility details

FIRMS code: I254
Name: Metro International Services, LLC
Address: 240 Waite St
Gary, IN 46404-1000
Status: Deleted (D)
Facility type: Foreign trade zone (02)
CBP port: Chicago, IL (3901)
CBP region: 3
Last changed: 2026-10-23
Data as of: 2026-10-23

Pre-filing validation

Validate I254 before you file

Validation fails I254: it's deleted, the reject ACE returns as 159. Search the port for an active replacement.

curl https://api.firmsapi.com/v1/validate \
  -H "x-api-key: $FIRMSAPI_KEY" -H "content-type: application/json" \
  -d '{"code":"I254","port":"3901","use":"ftz_admission"}'

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Other codes at this address

Many facilities hold several FIRMS codes, for example one per facility type or operator.

Code	Name	Type	Status
H707	Katoen Natie Midwest Site 2	Foreign trade zone	Deleted

Source: U.S. Customs and Border Protection FIRMS code list, data as of 2026-10-23. FIRMSapi is not affiliated with CBP; confirm bond status and filing details in ACE.