Oklahoma Factory Gets Special Trade Zone Perks
Published Date: 7/16/2026
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Webco Industries in Kellyville, Oklahoma just got the green light to become a special foreign-trade subzone! This means they can speed up importing and exporting with fewer customs hassles, helping their business grow faster and possibly save money. The approval was official as of July 2026, so Webco can start enjoying these benefits right away.
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Webco Gains FTZ Subzone Approval
Webco Industries’ facility in Kellyville, Oklahoma was approved as Subzone 164B (FTZ Docket B-47-2026) by the Foreign-Trade Zones Board, dated July 3, 2026. The order notes the Foreign-Trade Zones Act provides for establishing zones “to expedite and encourage foreign commerce,” and the approval is subject to the FTZ Act and the Board's regulations, including section 400.13.
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