Ocean Freight Route

SantosTacoma

BRSSZ
USSEA
Distance
5,921 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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See specialized logistics solutions for moving freight between Brazil and United States.

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

BR
Origin Port

Santos

Infrastructure Highlights

  • High-capacity container terminals with STS gantry cranes
  • Purpose-built bulk cargo berths for agricultural commodities
  • Highly developed road and rail links to the São Paulo hinterland
  • Continuously improved navigation channels and harbor control services

Key Exports

Soybeans and soybean mealSugarCoffeeMeat and poultry productsOrange juice and other agribulk commodities

Export Compliance

All exporters should observe Brazilian customs regulations and digital export declarations via the integrated customs system.

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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