Ocean Freight Route

HoustonXiamen

USHOU
CNXMN
Distance
7,028 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

US
Origin Port

Houston

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Large-scale petrochemical and liquid bulk terminals along the Houston Ship Channel
  • Advanced container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes and on-dock rail access
  • Channel-deepened navigation channel connecting to the Gulf of Mexico
  • Well-connected intermodal network with rail ramps and interstate highway access

Key Exports

Refined petroleum products and petrochemicalsPlastics and resinsCrude oil and natural gas liquidsIndustrial machinery and equipmentAgricultural commodities (grains, oilseeds)

Export Compliance

Exporters should ensure compliance with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and screen parties against sanctioned party lists for all Houston-origin shipments.

CN
Destination Port

Xiamen

Infrastructure Highlights

  • High-draft berths capable of accommodating Panamax and post-Panamax ships
  • Modern container terminals with high-capacity quay cranes
  • Well-linked multimodal network with road, rail, and feeder connections to inland manufacturing zones
  • Up-to-date yard operations using mechanized stacking equipment for container handling

Key Imports

Raw materials and components for manufacturingChemicals and plasticsAgricultural products and foodstuffsConsumer goods and retail merchandiseMachinery, equipment, and industrial parts

Import Regulations

All inbound cargo is governed by Chinese customs, quarantine, and CIQ requirements, including complete electronic declarations.

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