Ocean Freight Route

FortalezaCharlotte

BRFOR
CLT
Distance
3,336 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

BR
Origin Port

Fortaleza

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Several general cargo berths with modern handling equipment
  • Specialized container terminal facilities with STS gantry cranes
  • Cold-chain storage areas supporting chilled and frozen exports
  • Highway links to the BR-116 and BR-222 corridors support hinterland distribution

Key Exports

Agricultural commodities (fruits, cashew nuts)Textiles and footwearProcessed foods and beveragesSteel and metal productsLeather and leather goods

Export Compliance

Shippers should comply with Brazilian customs regulations and provide complete electronic export declarations via the Siscomex system.

CL
Destination Port

Charlotte

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Extensive intermodal connections linking Charlotte Douglas International Airport with regional rail terminals
  • Efficient access to Interstate 85 and Interstate 77 for truck freight distribution
  • High-capacity air cargo facilities with dedicated freighter stands and temperature-controlled storage
  • Robust logistics presence with large distribution centers serving the broader Eastern U.S.

Key Imports

Consumer goods and retail merchandiseElectronics and electrical appliancesAutomotive components and tiresIndustrial raw materials and semi-finished goodsPharmaceuticals and medical devices

Import Regulations

All inbound cargo are subject to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) review and must be accompanied by complete and accurate entry paperwork.

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