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Trade data for logistics and freight companies
CargoFax provides shipment-level customs data for logistics and freight companies in eight markets. US bill of lading records are updated daily, with about a one-day lag. Each US bill of lading names the vessel, carrier, ports of lading and unlading, and container numbers. Haiti records name the port of entry. Logistics companies use the records to see who moves volume, on which routes, and through which ports. Shipping lines, forwarders, and agents search freight equipment such as containers (HS 8609.00) and trailers (HS 8716.39). They also search any product their customers ship.
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HS codes
What are the HS codes for logistics and freight equipment?
These Harmonized System (HS) codes cover the main logistics and freight equipment. Explorer searches them one at a time or together.
- HS 8609.00
- HS 8606.92
- HS 8606.99
- HS 8716.39
- HS 8716.40
- HS 8704.21
- HS 8704.31
| HS code | Description | Common products |
|---|---|---|
| 8609.00 | Containers specially designed for carriage by one or more modes of transport. | Shipping containers, ISO containers, reefer containers |
| 8606.92 | Railway freight cars, open, with non-removable sides over 60 cm high. | Open-top wagons, gondola cars |
| 8606.99 | Other railway or tramway freight cars. | Tank cars, hopper cars, flat cars |
| 8716.39 | Other trailers and semi-trailers for the transport of goods. | Cargo trailers, box trailers, container chassis |
| 8716.40 | Other trailers and semi-trailers. | Specialty trailers not for goods transport |
| 8704.21 | Goods vehicles, diesel, gross vehicle weight not over 5 tonnes. | Light diesel trucks and vans |
| 8704.31 | Goods vehicles, spark-ignition, gross vehicle weight not over 5 tonnes. | Light gasoline trucks and vans |
Summary: to find logistics and freight equipment shipments, search HS 8609.00, 8606.92, 8606.99, 8716.39, 8716.40, 8704.21, and 8704.31 in Atlas Explorer. Every US bill of lading carries the carrier, vessel, ports, and containers. For logistics teams, these shipment fields matter more than the product codes.
Markets
Which markets matter for logistics and freight equipment?
- United States: vessel, carrier, ports of lading and unlading, and container numbers on every bill of lading, daily.
- Haiti: port of entry on every record: Port-au-Prince, Cap-Haitien, and other customs offices, weekly.
- Dominican Republic: imports and exports by partner country with values and weights, monthly.
- Mexico: imports and exports by partner country, monthly.
Every CargoFax market carries HS codes. The same search runs in all eight markets. See all markets.
Sample record
What does a shipment record look like?
A US bill of lading record for logistics and freight equipment carries the fields below. Company names and figures are left out on this page. Atlas shows them for every record.
Freight volume is counted in TEU, containers, and shipments on US and Haiti records. Each shipment is one bill of lading. Each US bill of lading names the carrier, shipping line, and vessel. Haiti records name the carrier, vessel, shipping agent, and terminal.
Fields differ by market. Each coverage page lists its fields.
| Field | What it holds |
|---|---|
| Product description | Shipping containers, 40 ft high cube |
| HS code | 8609.00 |
| Shipper (supplier) | A manufacturer in China |
| Consignee (importer) | A US importer, named in Explorer |
| Ports | China port of lading to a US port of unlading |
| TEU and containers | TEU, container numbers, container count, and FCL or LCL |
| Bill of lading | Master and house bill of lading numbers |
| Carrier and vessel | Carrier, shipping line, and vessel name |
| Date | Arrival date |
Use cases
How do shipping lines, forwarders, and logistics companies use CargoFax?
Competitor tracking
Follow competitors' freight equipment shipments in Vault. Vault shows their suppliers and origins. It emails you about new records.
Competitor trackingBuyer discovery
Explorer lists the companies already importing freight equipment in each market. It ranks them by recent activity.
Buyer discoveryPricing intelligence
Compare declared values per kilogram of freight equipment by origin. This works in the markets that publish values.
Pricing intelligenceMarket alerts
Vault emails you when a new importer or exporter appears in your HS codes. It also emails you when a followed company ships again.
Market alertsDelivery
How does logistics and freight data reach you?
Atlas is the web platform. Explorer searches HS 8609.00, 8606.92, and 8606.99 and the other freight codes. It covers the eight CargoFax markets. It measures results in TEU, shipments, and carriers. Vault keeps the products, companies, and routes you follow. Vault emails you when new matching records arrive. US import records arrive daily. Haiti and Peru records arrive weekly. The other markets update monthly.
Files delivers freight records to teams that load them into their own systems. The historical archive comes first. Ongoing increments follow on each market's schedule. Delivery is by FTP, the web interface, or API. Formats are CSV, Excel, JSON, or Parquet.
Products
Which CargoFax product fits shipping lines, forwarders, and logistics companies?
Atlas
Search HS 8609.00, 8606.92, and 8606.99 in Explorer and save the searches. Vault keeps the freight suppliers, buyers, and routes you follow. Vault emails you about new records. Atlas includes unlimited searches and downloads in every market.
See AtlasFiles
Files delivers freight records in bulk to shipping lines, forwarders, and logistics companies. Teams load them into a BI tool, ERP, or data warehouse. Delivery is by FTP, the web interface, or API. Formats are CSV, Excel, JSON, or Parquet.
See FilesMCP
The CargoFax MCP server lets AI assistants and agents query the same freight records. MCP is in early access for selected clients and prospects. Request access with the form. We will get back to you.
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Logistics and freight: frequently asked questions
What are the HS codes for logistics and freight equipment?
The main Harmonized System (HS) codes for logistics and freight equipment are 8609.00, 8606.92, 8606.99, 8716.39, 8716.40, 8704.21, and 8704.31. HS 8609.00 covers containers specially designed for carriage by one or more modes of transport. HS 8606.92 covers railway freight cars, open, with non-removable sides over 60 cm high. HS 8606.99 covers other railway or tramway freight cars. HS 8716.39 covers other trailers and semi-trailers for the transport of goods. HS 8716.40 covers other trailers and semi-trailers. HS 8704.21 covers goods vehicles, diesel, gross vehicle weight not over 5 tonnes. HS 8704.31 covers goods vehicles, spark-ignition, gross vehicle weight not over 5 tonnes. CargoFax Atlas Explorer searches each freight code alone or together. The search runs in all eight CargoFax markets.
How is freight trade measured in CargoFax?
In CargoFax, freight trade is measured by TEU. US and Haiti bills of lading carry TEU, container numbers, and the container count. US import records also show FCL or LCL. Freight trade is also measured by shipments. In the United States and Haiti, each shipment is one bill of lading. Freight trade is also measured by carriers. US bills of lading name the carrier, shipping line, and vessel. Haiti records name the carrier and vessel.
How do I find importers of logistics and freight equipment?
To find importers of logistics and freight equipment, search HS 8609.00, 8606.92, 8606.99, 8716.39, 8716.40, 8704.21, and 8704.31 in CargoFax Atlas Explorer. US bills of lading name the consignee and the foreign shipper on most shipments. Haiti records name the importer and the shipper. Atlas Explorer ranks freight importers by TEU, containers, or shipments. Explorer also groups them by carrier, shipping line, or vessel.
Which markets does CargoFax cover for logistics and freight equipment?
CargoFax covers logistics and freight equipment in eight markets: the United States, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Colombia, Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru. Every one of the eight markets carries HS 8609.00, 8606.92, 8606.99, 8716.39, 8716.40, 8704.21, and 8704.31. US bills of lading carry the most shipment detail for logistics. They name the vessel, carrier, ports, and containers.
Which countries supply logistics and freight equipment to the United States?
CargoFax Atlas Explorer ranks every origin country of US freight imports, from US bills of lading. The ranking covers HS 8609.00, 8606.92, 8606.99, 8716.39, 8716.40, 8704.21, and 8704.31 over any period. Buyers of logistics and freight equipment commonly compare China, South Korea, Japan, Germany, Vietnam, and Taiwan. Run the search in Explorer for the current ranking.
How often is logistics and freight equipment trade data updated?
CargoFax updates logistics and freight equipment trade data on each market's schedule. US bill of lading records are updated daily, with about a one-day lag. Haiti and Peru records are updated weekly. Mexico, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Uruguay, and Argentina records are updated monthly.
Can I track competitors in logistics and freight equipment?
Yes. CargoFax Vault follows competitors in logistics and freight equipment. Vault is part of CargoFax Atlas. It adds a competitor's new freight records as each market updates. Vault emails you when a followed company or HS code has a new shipment.
Can I see logistics and freight equipment trade data before I buy?
Yes. Book a CargoFax demo to see logistics and freight equipment trade data before you buy. CargoFax runs your HS codes in Atlas Explorer. The demo shows the freight records for your markets.
How much does logistics and freight equipment trade data cost?
CargoFax logistics and freight equipment trade data comes with a CargoFax Atlas plan. Plans are billed monthly or annually. The price depends on the markets and data access you choose. See the CargoFax pricing page, or book a demo for a quote.
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