Ocean Freight Route

SalvadorTacoma

BRSSA
USSEA
Distance
5,731 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

  • Modern container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
  • Dedicated berths for container operations
  • Direct road connections to the BR-324 highway facilitate hinterland distribution
  • Proximity to Salvador’s international airport enhances 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 electronic export declarations (DU-E) via the Siscomex.

US
Destination Port

Tacoma

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Several deep-water container berths capable of handling Post-Panamax vessels
  • Integrated rail facilities connecting to Class I railroads for inland distribution
  • Advanced container yards with on-terminal reefer plug capacity for refrigerated cargo
  • High-capacity ship-to-shore gantry cranes supporting high-volume container operations

Key Imports

Consumer goods (electronics, appliances, retail merchandise)Automobiles and vehicle partsMachinery and capital equipmentFurniture and household goodsTextiles, apparel, and footwear

Import Regulations

All imported goods must comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements, including timely filing of the Importer Security Filing (ISF) for ocean shipments.

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