America's #1 container port - handling 20% of all U.S. imports
| Origin Country | Sea Freight | Air Freight | Express Air |
|---|---|---|---|
| China (Shanghai) | 15-20 days | 3-5 days | 1-2 days |
| Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh) | 18-25 days | 4-6 days | 2-3 days |
| Japan (Tokyo) | 10-15 days | 2-3 days | 1-2 days |
| South Korea (Busan) | 12-17 days | 2-4 days | 1-2 days |
| India (Mumbai) | 25-35 days | 5-7 days | 2-3 days |
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August-October sees highest volume due to holiday imports. Plan shipments for January-April for faster processing and potentially lower rates.
File Importer Security Filing (ISF/10+2) at least 24 hours before vessel loading. Late filing results in $5,000+ penalties.
APM Terminals and Yusen handle most Asian imports efficiently. TraPac specializes in refrigerated cargo. Consider terminal specialization.
Book drayage (port to warehouse) early. Clean truck program requires newer vehicles. Expect $300-800 for local deliveries within 50 miles.
From China: 15-25 days by sea, 3-5 days by air. From Vietnam: 18-28 days by sea. From Japan: 10-15 days by sea. From Mexico: 1-3 days by truck, 2-5 days by sea.