Imports
$1.0B
Exports
$754.6M
Products imported
1,055
HS6 subheadings
Calexico East is a dedicated commercial port of entry in Imperial County, California, developed to relieve congestion at the original Calexico crossing and handle the growing volume of truck freight between the Imperial Valley and Mexicali, Baja California. It focuses primarily on commercial vehicle processing and is equipped with modern CBP inspection infrastructure for high-throughput cargo operations. The port plays a key role in agricultural and manufacturing supply chains connecting the US and Mexico.
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Imports
$1.0BAug 2026
Exports
$754.6MAug 2026
Calexico East (code 2507) was established specifically to handle commercial truck traffic, separating freight operations from the passenger and mixed-use traffic at the original Calexico port (code 2503), improving efficiency for both crossings.
Agricultural produce from the Mexicali Valley, manufactured goods, auto parts, and consumer products are among the primary commodities processed at Calexico East, reflecting the industrial and agricultural character of the Mexicali-Imperial Valley corridor.
Yes, Calexico East supports expedited processing for C-TPAT certified importers and carriers through FAST lane designations, reducing wait times for compliant commercial shipments crossing from Mexicali.
| Rank | Product | Import value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $89.7M | |
| 2 | $77.8M | |
| 3 | US-Origin Articles Exported & Returned Without AdvancementChapter 98 · Special Classification Provisions | $44.2M |
| 4 | $39.6M | |
| 5 | $35.7M |
| Rank | Product | Export value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $66.5M | |
| 2 | Civilian Aircraft, Engines, Equipment, and PartsChapter 88 · Aircraft, Spacecraft & Parts | $32.6M |
| 3 | $26.1M | |
| 4 | $25.3M | |
| 5 | $19.7M |