Cross-border freight between the US, Canada and Mexico
Total Connection arranges cross-border truckload, tanker and hazmat freight between the United States, Canada and Mexico, with customs broker coordination, PARS and PAPS filings, TDG and NOM hazmat compliance and carriers authorized in both countries, managed by one contact from pickup to delivery.
What cross-border freight involves
A load crossing into Canada or Mexico needs the commercial documents pre-filed with the customs broker, a carrier authorized and bonded for the crossing and, for hazmat, paperwork that satisfies both countries' regulations. Mexico adds the transfer at the border and the Mexican carrier leg.
Total Connection coordinates the broker, the carrier and the documents so the truck clears without sitting at the border.
Cross-border services
US and Canada truckload
Dry van, reefer, flatbed and tanker with PARS and PAPS filings and bonded carriers.
US and Mexico truckload
Through-trailer or transload service with the Mexican carrier leg and border transfer managed.
Hazmat cross-border
TDG documentation for Canada and NOM-002 compliance for Mexico with carriers authorized for the class.
Bulk liquids
Tanker and ISO tank moves across both borders with wash and paperwork handled.
Documents we coordinate
- Commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading
- Customs broker filings, PARS or PAPS labels and manifest
- USMCA certification where applicable
- Hazmat papers under 49 CFR, TDG or NOM for the crossing
- Carrier bonds and authority for the destination country
Cross-border freight FAQ
Do you handle customs clearance?
We coordinate with your customs broker or arrange one, pre-file the documents and confirm release before the truck reaches the border.
Can hazmat cross into Canada and Mexico?
Yes. Hazmat moves with TDG-compliant papers into Canada and NOM-compliant papers into Mexico, with carriers authorized for the class.
How does a Mexico truckload work?
Most loads transfer at the border to a Mexican carrier; through-trailer service is available on some lanes. We manage both legs and the transfer.
What causes border delays?
Missing or mismatched documents, late broker filings and carrier bond issues. Pre-filing and document checks before dispatch prevent most of them.
Quote a cross-border load
Send the product, origin, destination and timing. 732-817-0401 or quotes@totalconnection.com.
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