Section 321 eCommerce Fulfillment

31% average savings on logistics costs
1-3 day shipping times available
100+ years of executive logistics experience

Duty-Free & Tariff-Free DTC Fulfillment from Mexico

With Lateral’s nearshore, tech-enabled section 321 fulfillment services, we offer e-commerce brands premium service levels and scalability, helping them cut costs without cutting corners.

Why Section 321 Fulfillment?

Section 321 allows duty-free entry for goods valued at $800 or less, streamlining cross-border e-commerce and significantly cutting costs. It has existed for over 100 years, but only recently have DTC e-commerce brands fully leveraged its potential. Many of your competitors have already found value through Section 321 fulfillment, and you can too.

No change in U.S. delivery times
Save on logistics costs
Maximize savings with duty-free entry

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Nearshore Warehouse at the U.S.–Mexico Border

Total Storage: 440,000 square feet

Warehouse Space: 240,000 square feet
Mezzanine Space: 200,000 square feet

Office & Common Areas: 12,500 square feet

Clear Heights: 30 feet

Dock Doors: 15

Security: Perimeter fence & on-site

Fire Protection System: Fire protection system in place

Nearshore fulfillment warehouse in Mexico for U.S. brands, optimized for cross-border logistics and Section 321 compliance.

FAQs

Why Fulfill in Mexico?

Fulfillment in Mexico offers tax savings for imports and discounted costs in wages and warehousing. Nearshoring offers U.S. brands the best opportunity to compete with international competitors while improving profitability.

How long does it take to get up and running with Lateral Fulfillment?

While timing may vary depending on your technology needs, we can have brands fulfilling within weeks not months.

Can I use my own carrier agreements?

You can use your own carrier agreements, but Lateral’s multi-carrier solution is often the best solution to keep rates down while maintaining your existing customer SLAs. Our technology solution also allows rate-shopping with your rates and ours to ensure the best shipping rates for your customers.

Is 321 Fulfillment Legal?

321 is 100% legal.

What is Section 321 Fulfillment and why does it matter?

Section 321 allows U.S. businesses to import goods under $800 duty-free, cutting logistics costs dramatically while optimizing shipping from Mexico to the U.S. Visit the resources page in order to learn everything you need to know about Section 321 fulfillment.

Is shipping slower or less reliable from Mexico?

Delivery times are similar to U.S. fulfillment centers, often 1 to 3 days, with reliable operations ensuring efficiency and security near the U.S. border. Our facilities have 24/7 monitoring, advanced security systems, and strict operational standards to ensure your products are safe.

Do you manage returns?

Yes. Any returns are sent back to the nearest US Cross-Dock location and either recycled or brought back to the delivery center for refurbishment and resale.

What value-added services do you offer?

Lateral is the world’s only fulfillment partner with in-house customs brokerage and section 321 freight fulfillment capabilities allowing for fast, affordable, and flexible fulfillment from manufacturers anywhere in the world. In addition to this, we bring 100+ years of front-line industry experience that helps us both advise our partners on best practices and implement end-to-end technology for even the most complex partner cases.