TROPICAL SHIPPING USA LLC

AUTHORIZED

DBA: TROPICAL SHIPPING

501 AVE P, RIVIERA BEACH, FL, 33404|(800) 367-6200

USDOT

1424059

MC Number

N/A

Fleet Size

32

Total Drivers

34

FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 26, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.

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Safety overview

TROPICAL SHIPPING USA LLC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in RIVIERA BEACH, Florida, operating 32 power units with 34 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 30 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.

BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.

Out-of-service rates vs. national average

An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.

Driver OOS rate0.0%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate11.5%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Florida is 15.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 31.2% across 147,758 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
Yes
Safety Rating Date
N/A

Inspections

30

Total

52%

Driver %

Driver Inspections28
Vehicle Inspections26
Driver OOS Rate0.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate11.5%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

Old Republic Insurance Company — eff. Mar 1, 2023

$4,000,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

Fidelity & Deposit Co. of Maryland — eff. Dec 22, 2014

$75,000ACTIVE

Trust Fund

Not on file

Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Jul 22, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

Frequently asked questions

Is TROPICAL SHIPPING USA LLC authorized to operate?

CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for TROPICAL SHIPPING USA LLC (USDOT #1424059) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.

What is TROPICAL SHIPPING USA LLC's safety record?

TROPICAL SHIPPING USA LLC has 30 inspections on file and no crashes on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

How many trucks does TROPICAL SHIPPING USA LLC operate?

TROPICAL SHIPPING USA LLC operates 32 power units with 34 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does TROPICAL SHIPPING USA LLC transport hazardous materials?

Yes. TROPICAL SHIPPING USA LLC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.

Where is TROPICAL SHIPPING USA LLC located?

TROPICAL SHIPPING USA LLC is based in RIVIERA BEACH, Florida at 501 AVE P, 33404. Phone: (800) 367-6200.

What are TROPICAL SHIPPING USA LLC's out-of-service rates?

TROPICAL SHIPPING USA LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 11.5% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.