Ocean Freight Route

San JuanHouston

PRSJU
USHOU
Distance
1,728 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

PR
Origin Port

San Juan

Infrastructure Highlights

  • A range of deep-water berths capable of handling Panamax-class vessels
  • Purpose-built container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
  • Efficient road links to the San Juan metropolitan expressway network
  • Contemporary cruise and passenger facilities adjacent to cargo operations

Key Exports

Pharmaceuticals and medical devicesRum and alcoholic beveragesElectronics and electrical equipmentProcessed foods and beveragesApparel and textile products

Export Compliance

Outbound cargo must comply with United States export control regulations, including EAR and applicable sanctions programs.

US
Destination Port

Houston

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Extensive petrochemical and liquid bulk terminals along the Houston Ship Channel
  • Modern container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes and on-dock rail access
  • Deep-draft navigation channel connecting to the Gulf of Mexico
  • Integrated intermodal network with rail ramps and interstate highway access

Key Imports

Crude oil and feedstocksChemicals and chemical intermediatesSteel products and project cargoConsumer goods and retail merchandise in containersIndustrial machinery and parts

Import Regulations

Arriving shipments are subject to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements, including accurate filing of Importer Security Filing (ISF) 10+2 and customs entries.

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