KlearNow.ai

KlearNow.ai

Software infrastructure for licensed customs brokers

Overview

KlearNow provides software infrastructure for licensed customs brokers and importers of record to digitize trade documents, structure data, and enforce broker-configured rules so entry decisions are faster and more accurate. The platform runs extraction rules defined by the user, automatically pulls data from documents, flags discrepancies, and executes actions only when instructed. It emphasizes user control and data ownership, focusing on executing the broker’s instructions rather than generic automation. Its goal is to help authorized entry decision-makers process trade documents quickly and correctly by delivering rule-driven, data-backed workflows.

About KlearNow.ai

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Why KlearNow.ai is rated
C
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Differentiation

Industries

Enterprise Software

AI & Machine Learning

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$66M

Headquarters

Santa Clara, California

Founded

2018

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What believers are saying

  • June 2026 Canada audit launch expands monetizable compliance functionality for Canadian customers.
  • KlearNow's partner ecosystem promises 6-12 week integrations, accelerating cross-sell into adjacent logistics software.
  • March 2025 Sumitomo council seat deepens product feedback and enterprise credibility.

What critics are saying

  • February 2026 TheGentlemen claimed a ransomware breach, exposing source code and two years' emails.
  • Data theft threatens customs clients like BASF, Safran, and Sumitomo, hurting renewals immediately.
  • If breach disclosure, remediation, and trust repair stall, competitors win regulated trade accounts permanently.

What makes KlearNow.ai unique

  • KlearHub automates customs, drayage, and compliance workflows across U.S., Canada, and global lanes.
  • June 2026 Canada Post Entry Audit adds multi-level CBSA audit logic inside KlearHub.
  • Sumitomo's 2025 advisory council validates enterprise traction with Fortune 500 trade operators.

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Funding

Total Funding

$66M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

2 Rounds

Series B funding is typically for startups that have proven their business model and need more funding to expand rapidly—often by entering new markets or adding more products. Investors are usually venture capital firms that specialize in later-stage investments.
Series B Funding Comparison
Above Average

Industry standards

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company Equity

Hybrid Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-1%
PR Newswire
Mar 25th, 2025
Sumitomo Corporation Of Americas Awarded Seat On Klearnow.Ai Customer Advisory Council; Will Help Futurize Global Trade With Ai-Powered Supply Chain Solutions

NEW YORK, March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sumitomo Corporation of Americas announced today that it was selected to join KlearNow.AI's Customer Advisory Council as an integral partner in further guiding the company's unique product suite.As a leader in global logistics operations, SCOA's deep understanding of the customs clearance, drayage, and supply chain industry, along with its knowledge of industry trends, challenges, and best practices, will be invaluable in shaping KlearNow.AI strategies. Additionally, SCOA brings an innovative approach that will contribute to KlearNow's ability to address challenges and stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving industry."SCOA's strong professional network and industry influence brings diverse perspectives to the table and will champion the KlearNow message, advocating for our products and services across multiple global locations,' said Sam Tyagi, CEO and Co-Founder at KlearNow.AI. "These resources will be instrumental in growing our reach within the global trade management space."The KlearNow.AI Customer Advisory Council will focus on providing product guidance. As a key member, SCOA's role will include:Understanding and sharing market trends.Product prioritization based on real-world experience + organizational needs.Brainstorming and exploring new and innovative use cases for KlearNow.Potential participation in early and Beta product testing and quality assurance."Operating on a global scale, we can understand first-hand the benefits that come with an intelligent, AI-powered platform that streamlines logistics operations," said Satoshi Bansho, Senior Vice President of the Logistics Group, at Sumitomo Corporation of Americas. "Collaborating with KlearNow will allow us to bring such innovative solutions to companies facing similar challenges in their supply chain operations."The collaboration between KlearNow.AI, an AI-Powered global trade technology, and SCOA, a leader in logistics operations globally aims to break the persistent challenge of siloed data, and drive growth in the trade management space globally at a very volatile time for international business.About KlearNowKlearNow.AI is on a mission to make global trade easy with AI and ML technologies. Our platform digitizes paper-based transactions, automates complex workflows, and integrates data across customs clearance, supply chain and drayage processes

Inside Logistics
Oct 4th, 2023
Who's on the move: October 9, 2023

Anand Raghavendran has been appointed chief product officer of KlearNow.

VCNewsDaily
Jun 9th, 2023
KlearNow Snares $50M in Series B

SANTA CLARA, CA, KlearNow, a Logistics as a Service (LaaS) startup, raised $50M in new capital led by Kayne Partners Fund.

PR Newswire
Dec 16th, 2022
Food Logistics And Supply & Demand Chain Executive Name Klearnow A 'Top Tech Startup' For 2022

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KlearNow's forward-thinking technology has earned the company the title of "top tech startup" in two prominent publications covering the supply chain industry. Food Logistics, the only publication exclusively covering the cold-food and beverage sector, and Supply Demand Chain Executive, the only publication covering the entire global supply chain, selected KlearNow as one of this year's Top Tech Startups. The award, launched earlier this year, spotlights top software and technology startups in the supply chain and logistics space. . KlearNow's AI-powered platform digitizes and automates import processes. It dynamically connects importers, customs brokers, freight forwarders and carriers with shipments to provide near real-time tracking of containers or pallets from origin to destination, extending shipment visibility and data connectivity. It also supplies critical data that helps determine the precise cause of delays as well as actions needed to mitigate them

PR Newswire
Aug 24th, 2022
Klearnow And Tive Partner To Maximize Cross-Border Shipping Efficiency

Partnership Combines Real-time Location and Condition Visibility and Digitized Customs. Clearance Transaction

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