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What we move by transport mode, inbound and outbound

Full container, consolidated cargo, air and truck: which products travel in each mode, into and out of Mexico, and which type of company ships them.

Each transport mode has its typical cargo. Below are the product lines Kold Gold handles in full containers (FCL), consolidated cargo (LCL), by air and by road: five imports and five exports per mode, with the type of company that usually ships them. At the end come the ten product groups that Mexican logistics moves most.

We operate in the world's busiest international ports and at every customs office in Mexico, and we speak your language: multilingual agents from origin to destination. Customs clearance is handled by a partner licensed customs broker and coordinated by Kold Gold; cargo insurance is available and transit times are always estimates.

Guide: Top 10 Products Mexican Logistics Moves, by Industry

10 commodities

Ocean FCL: full container load

What we look after

The right equipment for each load (dry, reefer or flat rack), the container's verified gross mass (VGM), the carrier's documentation cut-offs and the certificates of origin, phytosanitary or standards certificates the destination requires.

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  • Plastic resins and polymers (PE, PP) in bulk in containers

    Import · Petrochemical companies and plastic packaging makers

  • Rolled steel coils for automotive stamping

    Import · Multinational steelmakers and automotive Tier 1 suppliers

  • Photovoltaic solar modules and panels

    Import · Solar farm developers and EPC contractors

  • Tires for commercial and freight vehicles

    Import · Tire manufacturers and wholesale distributors

  • Heavy industrial machinery and CNC lathes

    Import · Industrial integrators and metalworking companies

  • Beer in glass bottles

    Export · Industrial breweries

  • Hass avocados and frozen berries in reefer containers

    Export · Agro-industrial packers and global traders

  • Sugar and industrial syrups

    Export · Sugar mills and refiners

  • 100% agave tequila bottled at origin and bottled mezcal

    Export · Appellation-of-origin tequila producers and mezcal distilleries

  • Finished vehicles in containers or on flat racks

    Export · Automakers with plants in Mexico

10 commodities

Ocean LCL: consolidated cargo

What we look after

Packing and palletizing that withstand consolidation, labels on every package, the consolidator's cut-offs at origin and, for imports, NOM and labeling compliance before shipping.

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  • Textile rolls, synthetic fabrics and raw yarn

    Import · Apparel and uniform makers, and textile maquilas

  • Hand tools, hardware and faucets

    Import · Hardware chains and wholesale distributors

  • Finished footwear and injection-molded soles

    Import · Fashion, footwear and safety footwear brands

  • NOM-certified toys and recreational goods

    Import · Seasonal goods importers and toy stores

  • Spare parts and mechanical seals for pumps

    Import · Industrial service shops and maintenance suppliers

  • Handicrafts, Talavera pottery and hand-blown glass

    Export · Craft SMEs, boutiques and Mexican-goods stores abroad

  • Natural vanilla, extracts and gourmet concentrates

    Export · Flavoring processors and farm cooperatives

  • Homogenized honey in palletized drums

    Export · Honey exporters and beekeeping cooperatives

  • Injection-molded plastic components in mid-size batches

    Export · Maquilas making plastic moldings and parts

  • Herbal cosmetics, artisan soaps and botanical creams

    Export · Dermocosmetic labs and personal care brands

10 commodities

Air freight: general, urgent, charter and cold chain

What we look after

Bookings and airport cut-offs, lithium batteries and dangerous goods under IATA regulations, and 2 to 8 °C or ultra-frozen temperatures with continuous recording; vaccines, blood products, plasma and biological samples only on behalf of companies that already hold the permits, with specialized operators.

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  • Microchips, semiconductors and microprocessors

    Import · Technology, telecom and electronics assembly manufacturers

  • Molecular diagnostic and sequencing kits and reagents

    Import · Biological research labs and genomics companies

  • Mobile phones, tablets and communication equipment

    Import · Electronics assemblers (such as Sagem) and distributors

  • Refrigerated or ultra-frozen vaccines, biologics and blood products

    Import · Pharmaceutical labs and distributors with health registrations

  • Urgent aircraft parts (AOG, Aircraft on Ground)

    Import · Airlines, MRO maintenance shops and charter operators

  • Biological samples for clinical trials and plasma

    Export · Central clinical labs and research centers

  • High-value fresh mangoes, asparagus and papayas

    Export · Agro-exporters serving premium markets in Europe and Japan

  • Urgent automotive wire harnesses

    Export · Automotive Tier 1 suppliers facing line-stoppage risk

  • Disposable medical devices (catheters, cannulas)

    Export · Certified medical supply manufacturers

  • Gas turbine parts and aerospace blades

    Export · Manufacturers in the Querétaro and Sonora aerospace clusters

10 commodities

Ground FTL and LTL: Mexico-US border crossing

What we look after

The right trailer (dry van, reefer, hopper or tanker), seals, the carta porte and both countries' crossing documents, and health inspections at the border; bulk grain and hazardous chemicals only on behalf of companies that already hold the permits, with specialized operators.

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  • Yellow corn and feed soybeans in bulk in hoppers

    Import · Animal feed agribusinesses and livestock companies

  • Frozen boneless pork and beef in reefer trailers

    Import · Meat packers, cold-cut processors and supermarkets

  • Assembled automotive engines and transmissions on dedicated FTL

    Import · North American automakers

  • Intermediate liquid chemicals and solvents in tankers or ISO tanks

    Import · Petrochemical plants and resin and paint makers

  • Corrugated boxes, kraft paper reels and packaging

    Import · Corrugated box makers and rigid packaging plants

  • Flat screens, monitors and smart TVs in sealed dry vans

    Export · Electronics assemblers in Baja California and Chihuahua

  • Tomatoes, cucumbers and bell peppers in FTL reefers

    Export · Greenhouses and farms in northwest Mexico

  • Heavy trucks, tractor units and chassis

    Export · Commercial and freight vehicle manufacturers

  • Mattresses, upholstered furniture and assembled furniture

    Export · Mass-market furniture manufacturers

  • Candy, cookies and industrial chocolate

    Export · Confectionery and consumer goods companies

10 commodities

Top 10: what Mexican logistics moves most

What we look after

No product line depends on a single mode: we choose truck, container or air by destination, volume and urgency; hazardous chemicals, reagents and biologics only on behalf of companies that already hold the permits, with specialized operators.

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  • Auto parts and components

    Wire harnesses, metal stampings, transmissions and brakes for shared Mexico-US manufacturing.

  • Electronic equipment and modules

    Screens, motherboards, coaxial cables and telecom interfaces from border maquilas.

  • Agri-food and export fruit

    Hass avocados, tomatoes, berries and peppers in reefer trailers or controlled-atmosphere containers.

  • Beer and appellation-of-origin spirits

    Malt beer, 100% agave tequila bottled at origin and bottled mezcal, in dry containers.

  • Medical devices and instruments

    Ultrasound equipment, catheters, surgical instruments and reagents, with temperature control and health regulations.

  • Polymers and engineering plastics

    Resin pellets (HDPE, PVC, polystyrene) for packaging, bottles and auto parts.

  • Primary metals and steel

    Steel coils, rolled aluminum and structural sections for construction and the auto industry.

  • Textiles, apparel and uniforms

    Synthetic and natural fabrics, denim, safety footwear and technical clothing.

  • Basic chemicals and fertilizers

    Phosphoric acid, caustic soda, epoxy resins and nitrogen fertilizers, shipped as dangerous goods (IMDG and Hazmat).

  • Home appliances and commercial refrigeration

    Refrigerators, stoves, washing machines and condensing units made in Mexico for the North American market.

Is your cargo missing from the list?

Tell us what it is, where it ships from and where it is going. If it can be moved legally, we will tell you the route, the mode of transport and the permits it needs.

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Frequently asked questions

What clients ask us most

When should I choose FCL and when LCL?
A full container (FCL) when your cargo fills or nearly fills a 20- or 40-foot container, or when you do not want anyone else handling it. Consolidated cargo (LCL) when it is only a few cubic meters: you share the container and pay for the space you use, in exchange for more handling and a stop at the consolidator's warehouse at origin and destination. With your real volume, we help you compare both options.
When does air freight make sense?
When the goods are worth a lot and take up little space, expire quickly or stop an operation if they do not arrive: chips, medicines, AOG parts or fresh fruit for distant markets. Air freight is charged by chargeable weight, so it pays to check weight and dimensions before deciding.
What moves by road between Mexico and the United States?
A large share of trade with the United States and Canada: auto parts, electronics, fresh produce in reefer trailers, furniture, packaging and grain in hoppers. It travels as full truckload (FTL) or less than truckload (LTL), with the border crossing coordinated. The transit times we give are estimates and depend on the route and the crossing.
Which documents change with the transport mode?
Mainly the transport document: bill of lading (BL) for ocean, air waybill (AWB) for air and carta porte for road. The invoice, packing list and any certificates the goods require stay the same in every mode. Customs clearance is handled by a partner licensed customs broker and coordinated by Kold Gold.