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Shipping from Italy to USA
Trade Overview
Italy is a major export origin for stone, tiles, ceramics, machinery, and industrial products moving to the United States. Airlift coordinates full-container load shipments from key Italian ports through its licensed agent network, delivering goods through Airlift’s U.S. operations hub. Cargo from Italy typically includes high-density, high-value industrial materials.
(Data reflects actual Airlift shipment performance from the past 12 months.)
Quick Facts : Italy USA
Service TypeFull Container Load (FCL)
Operational ControlLicensed agent partners in Italy; destination operations via Airlift USA offices
Major Origin PortsGenoa, Livorno
Major Destination PortsNew York, Houston, Norfolk
Typical Transit Time Range14–33 days (P10–P90)
Container Types Supported20FT, 40FT, Special Equipment
Primary CommoditiesMarble, stone, ceramics, machinery
Additional Cargo TypesGlass, automotive components
Customs HandlingExport via Italian Customs (ADM); import via CBP
Major Ports (Based on Actual Export Volume)
Top Origin Ports:
Genoa, Livorno
Top Destination Ports:
New York, Houston, Norfolk
Transit Times (Based on Historical Airlift Data – P10 to P90)
Origin from Genoa
Destination Ports
Average Transit Time
New York
14–21 days
Houston
20–30 days
Norfolk
15–22 days
Origin from Livorno
Destination Ports
Average Transit Time
New York
15–24 days
Houston
22–33 days
Transit durations may vary with carrier routing and seasonal adjustments.
Common Commodities Shipped
Top 4 (by container volume):
- Marble and stone slabs
- Ceramics and tiles
- Industrial machinery
- Processed metals
Additional Commodities Handled:
Glass products, manufactured parts, automotive components.
Customs & Compliance
At Origin – Italy
- Export documentation processed via Italian Customs (ADM)
- Commercial Invoice & Packing List required
- EUR.1 or Certificate of Origin may apply for trade agreements
At Destination – USA
- ISF filing required before loading
- Customs entry with bond required under CBP
- Duty classification applies based on HTS code
Service Options
- Full Container Load (FCL)
- Special equipment for stone slabs and machinery
- Door-to-port and port-to-door options
Why Airlift
- Regular sailings on this trade lane
- Coverage across key Italian and U.S. ports
- Experience handling stone, machinery, and ceramic cargo
- Export coordination via licensed agent partners
- Shipment visibility available through Airlift’s digital platform
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