Ocean Freight Route

Lazaro CardenasCharlotte

MXLZC
CLT
Distance
1,539 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

MX
Origin Port

Lazaro Cardenas

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Deep-water access channel supporting Post-Panamax and larger vessels
  • Specialized automotive and Ro-Ro facilities for finished vehicle exports and imports
  • On-dock rail connections linking to the national rail network and inland logistics hubs
  • Modern container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes and extensive yard space

Key Exports

Automobiles and automotive partsSteel and metal productsMinerals and bulk commodities (including iron ore and coal)Manufactured goods and machineryAgricultural products (such as grains and fertilizers)

Export Compliance

Exporters must comply with Mexican customs regulations, including accurate tariff classification and proper electronic documentation through the customs system.

CL
Destination Port

Charlotte

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Well-developed intermodal connections linking Charlotte Douglas International Airport with Class I rail yards
  • Convenient access to Interstate 85 and Interstate 77 for truck freight distribution
  • Upgraded air cargo facilities with specialized cargo ramps and climate-controlled storage
  • Strategic logistics presence with regional fulfillment hubs serving the Southeast

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) clearance and must be accompanied by proper invoices and packing lists.

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