Unlike many other states, South Carolina does not tax business inventory. This provides a significant cost advantage for eCommerce brands and manufacturers who need to store large volumes of safety stock or high-value components for extended periods.

Transloading involves moving goods from an ocean container directly into a domestic trailer or rail car. Because Charleston is a major import gateway, local 3PLs specialize in this service to bypass long-haul drayage costs and get products to inland distribution centers faster.

Yes, Charleston is part of FTZ No. 21. Businesses operating within this zone through a qualified 3PL can defer, reduce, or eliminate U.S. Customs duties on imported products, which is particularly beneficial for the region's thriving automotive and electronics sectors.

South Carolina operates Inland Port Greer (direct rail link from Charleston via Norfolk Southern) and Inland Port Dillon (via CSX). These facilities allow 3PLs to move containers hundreds of miles inland by rail, reducing trucking costs and environmental impact while keeping inventory closer to regional markets.