Freight Forwarding in
United States
The world's largest economy and consumer market. We operate 24/7 across all US gateways โ Miami, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, and Savannah โ with real-time CBP tracking.
Trade & Logistics in United States
The United States remains the world's largest consumer market, with imports exceeding $3.5 trillion USD annually. US logistics is heavily regulated by Customs & Border Protection (CBP), with requirements varying by product (FDA for food/pharma, FCC for electronics, DOT for hazmat). Miami and Houston dominate Latin American trade, while Los Angeles/Long Beach is the Pacific gateway. New York serves European imports. Savannah (Georgia) is the fastest-growing East Coast port. Ground distribution across the continental US is mandatory for most imports โ rail, LTL, and FTL networks are critical. We maintain broker licenses in all major US states and provide full door-to-door service coast-to-coast.
Key Exports
Key Imports
Key Trade Statistics
$3.5T (2023)
Annual Imports
$2.1T (2023)
Annual Exports
Major Ports & Airports
Port of Miami
USMIA
Gateway to Latin America. 4.3 million TEU/year. Specializes in Brazil trade, Caribbean, and Central American imports. Average dwell time: 3โ4 days.
Port of Houston
USHOT
Second-largest US port by volume (23 million TEU/year). Handles Mexico trade, bulk commodities, and petrochemicals. Deep-water port handles larger vessels. 2โ3 day clearance.
Port of Los Angeles
USLAX
Largest US port (9.5 million TEU/year). Gateway to Asia. Chronic congestion โ 5โ10 day dwell times common. Automated cargo handling.
Port of Long Beach
USLGB
Second-largest West Coast port (8.2 million TEU/year). Asia imports. Often faster than LA due to less congestion. 3โ5 days.
Port of New York/New Jersey
USNYC
US East Coast's primary gateway (8.6 million TEU/year). Europe imports, intra-US distribution via rail/truck. 4โ6 day clearance.
Port of Savannah
USSAV
Fastest-growing US port (5.3 million TEU/year). Modern infrastructure, lower congestion than LA. 2โ3 day clearance. Gateway to Southeast.
Popular Shipping Routes โ United States
Brazil to USA
Ocean: 16โ24 daysMexico to USA
Ocean: 5โ12 daysColombia to USA
Ocean: 8โ16 daysIndia to USA
Ocean: 22โ35 daysVietnam to USA
Ocean: 28โ38 daysChina to USA
Ocean: 25โ40 daysTaiwan to USA
Ocean: 20โ28 daysSouth Korea to USA
Ocean: 18โ28 daysIndonesia to USA
Ocean: 30โ40 daysBangladesh to USA
Ocean: 32โ42 daysThailand to USA
Ocean: 28โ38 daysGermany to USA
Ocean: 12โ20 daysItaly to USA
Ocean: 14โ22 daysUSA to Brazil
Ocean: 14โ25 daysUSA to India
Ocean: 25โ35 daysUSA to Mexico
Ocean: 5โ10 daysShanghai to Los Angeles
Ocean: 20โ28 daysShenzhen to Miami
Ocean: 28โ36 daysHong Kong to New York
Ocean: 24โ32 daysSantos to Miami
Ocean: 12โ16 daysUSA to Chile
Ocean: 14โ22 daysCustoms Requirements for United States
US Customs & Border Protection (CBP) requires Entry Summary (Form 3461) filed electronically via ACE (Automated Commercial Environment). All cargo must have: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and country of origin documentation. Most goods require pre-clearance 24 hours before vessel arrival. FDA (Food & Drug Administration) pre-approval required for food, drugs, and cosmetics. FCC (Federal Communications Commission) certification for electronics. DOT (Department of Transportation) certification for hazmat. ISF (Importer Security Filing) must be filed 24 hours before loading. Duty rates vary by product โ typically 5โ15%. We hold CBP broker licenses in all states and file 2,000+ entries monthly.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shipping to United States
What documents are required for importing goods into the USA?
Essential documents include a Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, CBP Form 3461, CBP Form 7501, and an ISF (Importer Security Filing) submitted 24 hours before vessel departure.
How long does customs clearance take in the USA?
Standard customs clearance takes 1-5 business days once goods arrive. With pre-filed ISF and proper documentation, clearance can happen within 24 hours. FDA, USDA, or EPA regulated goods may require additional 3-7 days.
What are the main US ports for international freight?
Top ports include Los Angeles/Long Beach, New York/New Jersey, Savannah, Houston, and Seattle/Tacoma. For air freight, JFK, LAX, ORD (Chicago), and MIA (Miami) handle the most cargo.
What tariffs apply when importing to the USA?
US import duties are based on the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and range from 0-37.5%. Section 301 tariffs on Chinese goods add 7.5-25%. An import bond is required for shipments over $2,500.
Does Suaid Global offer warehousing in the USA?
Yes, Suaid Global operates warehouse solutions at strategic US logistics hubs including Miami, Los Angeles, New York, and Houston with storage, cross-docking, fulfillment, and real-time inventory management.
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