Ocean Freight Route

SalvadorPuerto Caldera

BRSSA
CRPCA
Distance
3,079 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 supports multimodal logistics

Key Exports

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

Export Compliance

Exports must comply with Brazilian Receita Federal customs regulations and digital export declarations (DU-E) via the Siscomex.

CR
Destination Port

Puerto Caldera

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Multiple deep-water berths with drafts suitable for Panamax-class vessels
  • On-dock yard featuring rubber-tired gantry cranes and reach stackers
  • Good road connectivity to San José via Route 27
  • On-terminal refrigerated container points for perishable exports

Key Imports

Machinery and industrial equipmentVehicles and automotive partsConsumer goods and retail merchandiseConstruction materials and steel productsChemicals and fertilizers

Import Regulations

Incoming shipments must comply with Costa Rican customs valuation rules and tariff classifications.

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