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Critical Freight INC

DBA: Critical Freight

USDOT# 3410443 MC-666736 Cobourg, ON FMCSA since 2020 (6 yrs)
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Authority Status

FMCSA since 2020 (6 yrs)

Authority Age

25

Linked Authorities

Yes

MC# on File

About this broker: Critical Freight INC is an active FMCSA-licensed property broker based in Cobourg, ON (FMCSA since 2020 (6 yrs)). Operating under MC-666736, the broker connects shippers with motor carriers for general freight movement in interstate commerce. Listed officer: Brad Smith.

Broker Overview

Critical Freight INC is a federally-licensed property broker headquartered in Cobourg, ON · FMCSA since 2020 (6 yrs). The company operates under MC-666736 with USDOT 3410443.

Brad Smith is listed as company officer in FMCSA records. We've identified 25 other authorities registered to the same officer — see Connected Authorities below.

Source: FMCSA daily census & SAFER public records · Last synced: 2026-07-27

Authority & Dockets

USDOT Number

3410443

Active

Motor Carrier / Property Broker

MC-666736

Active

Authority granted: 6 years, 4 months ago (March 20, 2020)

Connected Authorities

The following 25 FMCSA authorities are registered under the same officer (Brad Smith). This includes both active and inactive companies. Useful for verifying business relationships, ownership history, and chameleon-carrier risk.

Brad's Lawn Care INC

Active

DOT# 4216034

HIGHLAND, MI · Carrier

Smithco Properties INC

Active

DOT# 3665517

LAWRENCEBURG, KY · Carrier

Brad Smith

Active

DOT# 3541835

BOVEY, MN · Carrier

B & C Towing & Transport LLC

Active

DOT# 3392037

WOODINVILLE, WA · Carrier

Pears INC Fred Smith Orchards INC

Active

DOT# 3333856

CASHMERE, WA · Carrier

5 Lock Gin & Warehouse

Active

DOT# 3311229

DOTHAN, AL · Carrier

Bradley Smith

Active

DOT# 3057060

CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI · Carrier

Brad Smith

Active

DOT# 2657832

ESCONDIDO, CA · Carrier

Bolingbroke Hauling

Active

DOT# 2157068

BOLINGBROKE, GA · Carrier

B&w Smith Excavating INC

Active

DOT# 2113971

CLARION, PA · Carrier

B&a Express LLC

Active

DOT# 1928113

CHARLESTON, MS · Carrier

Smith And Greene CO

Active

DOT# 1900185

KENT, WA · Carrier

Showing 12 of 25 total linked authorities.

Carrier Packet

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Does Critical Freight INC Work With New MCs?

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Insurance & Broker Bond

BMC-84 Surety Bond / BMC-85 Trust

Federal regulation 49 CFR 387.307 requires every property broker to maintain a $75,000 surety bond (BMC-84) or trust agreement (BMC-85) on file with FMCSA. This bond protects motor carriers against non-payment. Active broker authority generally indicates a valid bond is on file.

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What You Should Verify

  • Bond is currently active (not pending cancellation)
  • Bond meets the $75,000 federal minimum
  • Surety company is reputable and financially solid
  • No active complaints on file with the FMCSA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Critical Freight INC a legitimate freight broker?
Critical Freight INC holds an active FMCSA license under USDOT 3410443 and MC-666736. Active authority means the broker is currently registered with the federal government and authorized to arrange motor-carrier shipments. Always verify current authority status on FMCSA SAFER before working with any broker.
Where is Critical Freight INC located?
Critical Freight INC is headquartered in Cobourg, ON, with FMCSA broker authority dating back 6 years, 4 months.
What is Critical Freight INC's MC number?
Critical Freight INC operates under MC-666736 and USDOT 3410443. These are the unique federal identifiers issued by the FMCSA for any company arranging interstate freight in the U.S.
How can I contact Critical Freight INC?
FMCSA records list contact information for Critical Freight INC as: phone (905) 885-4455, email BSMITH@CRITICALFREIGHTINC.COM. Contact information is reported by the broker to FMCSA and may not always be current.
How do I become a carrier for Critical Freight INC?
To haul loads for Critical Freight INC, you'll typically need: (1) active MC operating authority, (2) a valid carrier packet signed and on file, (3) certificate of insurance naming the broker as additional insured, (4) a W-9, and (5) a signed broker-carrier agreement. The exact requirements vary by broker — contact Critical Freight INC directly to start the setup process.
Does Critical Freight INC work with new MC authorities?
Many freight brokers prefer carriers with at least 6 months to 1 year of operating history before granting setup, but policies vary widely between brokers. If you're a new MC and want to know whether Critical Freight INC accepts new authorities, the fastest way is to call them directly. We crowdsource this data — if you've been set up with Critical Freight INC as a new MC, please share your experience on this profile.
What kind of carrier packet does Critical Freight INC use?
A carrier packet is the broker's standard onboarding paperwork — typically a broker-carrier agreement, W-9 request, certificate of insurance request, and reference forms. If you have a current Critical Freight INC carrier packet link, you can share it on this profile to help other carriers get set up faster.
Who owns Critical Freight INC?
FMCSA records list Brad Smith as a company officer of Critical Freight INC. Officer information is self-reported and reflects the most recent record on file.
Is Critical Freight INC's broker authority active right now?
Yes — based on the most recent FMCSA sync, Critical Freight INC has active broker authority. Authority status can change at any time; always verify on the FMCSA SAFER system before signing a carrier-broker agreement.
What is a BMC-84 broker bond and does Critical Freight INC have one?
Federal regulations require every property broker to maintain a $75,000 surety bond (BMC-84) or trust agreement (BMC-85) on file with FMCSA. This protects carriers from non-payment. Active broker authority generally means a valid bond is on file — verify current bond status via FMCSA's L&I (Licensing & Insurance) public search.
What's the difference between a freight broker like Critical Freight INC and a truck dispatch service?
A freight broker holds FMCSA broker authority (MC-FF), legally arranges transportation between shippers and carriers, and earns commission from the rate spread. A truck dispatcher works on behalf of the carrier — finding loads on load boards, negotiating rates with brokers (like Critical Freight INC), and handling paperwork. Brokers represent shippers; dispatchers represent carriers. See O Trucking's guide on dispatcher vs. freight broker, or learn about O Trucking's dispatch services for carriers.
How can a broker like Critical Freight INC find reliable carriers in ON?
Brokers source carriers through: (1) FMCSA-verified carrier directories where MC numbers and safety records are pre-checked, (2) load boards (DAT, Truckstop) that match active carriers to posted freight, (3) direct relationships with dispatch services that represent multiple carriers, and (4) referrals from current carriers. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed carrier directory — see active carriers based in ON. We also dispatch hundreds of owner-operators and small fleets — see O Trucking dispatch services.
How should I verify Critical Freight INC before hauling and protect against broker fraud?
Before accepting any load, do the full broker verification check: (1) confirm active MC broker authority on FMCSA SAFER, (2) verify BMC-84 surety bond ($75K minimum) or BMC-85 trust on FMCSA L&I, (3) check days-to-pay reputation on broker-credit databases, and (4) search carrier forums for fraud history. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed broker directory for ON with verified authority data and authority-age sorting so older, more-established brokerages surface first.

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