Ocean Freight Route

SalvadorLazaro Cardenas

BRSSA
MXLZC
Distance
4,204 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

Salvador

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Recently improved container terminals with quay gantry cranes
  • Purpose-built berths for multi-purpose operations
  • Efficient road connections to the BR-324 highway enable hinterland distribution
  • Good access to Salvador’s international airport strengthens multimodal logistics

Key Exports

Soybeans and agricultural commoditiesPulp and paper productsAutomotive parts and machineryPetrochemical and chemical productsProcessed foods and beverages

Export Compliance

Exporters are required to meet Brazilian Receita Federal customs regulations and digital export declarations (DU-E) via the Siscomex.

MX
Destination 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 Imports

Industrial machinery and equipmentConsumer goods and electronicsAutomotive components and CKD/SKD kitsChemicals and petrochemical productsContainerized general cargo

Import Regulations

All inbound cargo requires complete commercial documentation, including invoice, packing list, and compliant HS codes for Mexican customs clearance.

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