Yes. LOMA Logistics offers comprehensive customs advisory services for businesses operating across the U.S.–Mexico border. Our team helps importers and exporters stay compliant with IMMEX program requirements, Annex 24/31 inventory control standards, VAT (IVA) certification, and both U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Mexican SAT regulations. We manage the documentation, reporting, and audit preparation so you can focus on running your business, not fighting red tape.

LOMA Logistics operates a 35,000 sq ft U.S. distribution center at 7558 Panasonic Way, San Diego, CA 92154 — minutes from the Otay Mesa commercial crossing, one of the busiest U.S.–Mexico border ports of entry. The facility features 11 dock doors, over 1,400 pallet positions, dry and temperature-controlled storage, and a full consolidation area for high-volume cross-border operations.

Our headquarters and cross-border operations hub is located at 413 Rood Road Suite 4, Calexico, CA 92231.

Yes. LOMA Logistics provides end-to-end C-TPAT (Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) consulting services. Whether you are pursuing certification for the first time or maintaining an existing program, we guide your business through every step — including security assessments, gap analysis, documentation, employee training, and CBP validation preparation. We help you achieve certification efficiently and maintain ongoing compliance so your supply chain benefits from expedited border processing and reduced inspection rates.

You can request a quote by visiting lomalogistics.com/quote and filling out the form. A member of our logistics team will respond with a customized proposal within 24 hours.

You can also reach us directly:

• USA: +1 442-456-2667

• Mexico: +52 686 119 2680

Or visit our contact page at lomalogistics.com/contact to send us a message.

LOMA Logistics offers a full suite of international and cross-border shipping services, including:

• Air Freight — Expedited door-to-door air freight with full customs coordination for time-sensitive cargo

• Ocean Freight — FCL and LCL ocean freight services with documentation management and customs support

• Rail Freight — Cost-effective rail logistics for heavy, bulk, and high-volume freight across North America

• Trucking — FTL and LTL cross-border trucking across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada

• Warehousing — 35,000 sq ft distribution center in San Diego, CA near the U.S.–Mexico border

• C-TPAT Consulting — Certification support and ongoing compliance management

• Trading Company Services — Acting as importer or exporter of record in Mexico

• Customs Advisory — IMMEX, Annex 24/31, VAT certification, and cross-border compliance

Using a trading company like LOMA Logistics allows foreign businesses to operate in Mexico without establishing a local legal entity. The trading company acts as the importer or exporter of record, handling all customs documentation, SAT filings, VAT (IVA) management, and regulatory compliance on your behalf.

Key benefits include:

• No need to incorporate in Mexico — access the market immediately without a local subsidiary

• Full customs and tax compliance — all filings, classifications, and permit requirements managed for you

• VAT recovery — properly structured trading company arrangements can recover the 16% Mexican VAT on imports, a significant cost advantage

• Speed to market — operational in weeks rather than the months it takes to establish a local entity

• Reduced legal and financial risk — the trading company absorbs liability for the import/export transaction

When evaluating a freight forwarding company — especially for U.S.–Mexico trade — the most important factors are:

• Cross-border experience — look for a forwarder with specific expertise in your trade corridor, not just general international shipping

• Multi-modal capabilities — the ability to coordinate air, ocean, rail, and trucking under one roof

• Customs and compliance expertise — your forwarder should actively help you stay compliant, not just move freight

• Real-time visibility — shipment tracking and proactive communication when issues arise

• Physical presence near the border — local knowledge and relationships that remote providers can't replicate

• Verifiable track record — on-time performance, audit outcomes, and client references

• Scalability — the ability to grow with your business and adapt to changing needs

A forwarder that combines all of these capabilities under one roof eliminates the coordination friction and communication gaps that slow supply chains down.

A strong customs advisory firm for U.S.–Mexico trade should offer:

• Expertise in both CBP and SAT regulations — compliance on both sides of the border

• IMMEX program management — including Annex 24/31 compliance, inventory control, and SAT reporting

• VAT (IVA) certification support — helping you qualify for and maintain VAT certification to reduce import costs

• Tariff classification expertise — accurate HS code assignment to minimize duty exposure and avoid audit risk

• USMCA origin determination — ensuring you claim preferential duty treatment you're entitled to under the trade agreement

• Clean audit track record — zero or minimal critical findings across CBP and SAT audits

• Proactive regulatory monitoring — alerting you to rule changes before they affect your shipments

• Integration with your logistics operation — customs advisory that works in coordination with your freight, not in isolation from it

When looking for border warehousing, prioritize these factors:

• Proximity to the crossing — minutes from the port of entry, not 45+ minutes away

• Dock capacity — sufficient dock doors for your inbound and outbound volume

• Storage flexibility — both dry and temperature-controlled options

• Consolidation services — the ability to combine multi-origin freight into full loads

• Security — C-TPAT-compliant access controls, fencing, and cameras

• Customs integration — warehouse releases coordinated with customs clearance in real time

• Real-time inventory visibility — direct access to inventory and shipment status

LOMA Logistics operates a 35,000 sq ft facility at 7558 Panasonic Way, San Diego, CA 92154 — minutes from the Otay Mesa crossing — with 11 dock doors, 1,400+ pallet positions, and full integration with our freight forwarding and customs advisory services.

Maintaining C-TPAT compliance requires an ongoing commitment across your entire supply chain, not just a one-time certification. Key steps include:

• Conduct regular security self-assessments — review your practices against CBP's current minimum security criteria at least annually

• Vet your business partners — ensure suppliers, carriers, and vendors in your supply chain also meet C-TPAT standards

• Maintain physical security — enforce access controls, seal protocols, and inspection procedures consistently

• Train your team — ensure all employees who handle cargo understand their role in maintaining supply chain security

• Keep documentation current — update your security profile in the CBP CTPAT Portal when facilities, trade lanes, or business partners change

• Prepare for validations — CBP conducts periodic on-site reviews; maintain audit-ready documentation at all times

• Work with an experienced compliance partner — a logistics provider with C-TPAT consulting experience can monitor your program, flag gaps, and prepare you for CBP validation visits

LOMA Logistics supports clients through every stage of C-TPAT compliance — from initial certification to ongoing program management and validation preparation.

Contact our team or request a quote and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.