Ocean Freight Route
TampaLazaro Cardenas
USTPAMXLZC
Distance
1,243 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings
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Logistics Infrastructure Profile
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
US
Origin Port
Tampa
Infrastructure Highlights
- Deep-water berths capable of handling Panamax-class vessels
- Specialized petroleum and liquid bulk terminals
- On-dock rail connections linking to major U.S. rail networks
- Modern container handling equipment and yard management systems
Key Exports
Phosphate and fertilizer productsAgricultural commodities and food productsConstruction materials and building productsIndustrial machinery and equipmentScrap metal and recyclables
Export Compliance
Exporters must comply with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and any applicable ITAR controls
MX
Destination Port
Lazaro Cardenas
Infrastructure Highlights
- Large-vessel-capable access channel supporting Post-Panamax and larger vessels
- Purpose-built automotive and Ro-Ro facilities for finished vehicle exports and imports
- Direct rail connections linking to the national rail network and inland logistics hubs
- High-capacity 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
Imports must include complete commercial documentation, including invoice, packing list, and compliant HS codes for Mexican customs clearance.