FIRMS code

Z698 C.B. LAY CUSTOMS BROKERS, INC

Deleted Importer's premises

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: Z698
Name: C.B. LAY CUSTOMS BROKERS, INC
Address: 9051 SIEMPRE VIVA RD
SAN DIEGO, CA 92154-7626
Status: Deleted (D)
Facility type: Importer's premises (06)
CBP port: Otay Mesa, CA (2506)
CBP region: 7
Last changed: 2026-10-23
Data as of: 2026-10-23

Pre-filing validation

Validate Z698 before you file

Validation fails Z698: 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":"Z698","port":"2506","use":"location_of_goods"}'

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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
Z519	MARGARITA PIMENTEL, DBA MERCHANTS	Bonded warehouse	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.