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Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC

USDOT# 4547428 MC-1805551 San Juan, PR FMCSA since 2026 (0 yrs)
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FMCSA since 2026 (0 yrs)

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About this broker: Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC is an active FMCSA-licensed freight forwarder based in San Juan, Puerto Rico (FMCSA since 2026 (0 yrs)). Operating under MC-1805551, the broker connects shippers with motor carriers for general freight movement in interstate commerce. Listed officer: Edgardo Castillo Sr..

Broker Overview

Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC is a federally-licensed freight forwarder headquartered in San Juan, Puerto Rico · FMCSA since 2026 (0 yrs). The company operates under MC-1805551 with USDOT 4547428.

Edgardo Castillo Sr. is listed as company officer in FMCSA records.

Source: FMCSA daily census & SAFER public records · Last synced: 2026-07-29

Authority & Dockets

USDOT Number

4547428

Active

Motor Carrier / Property Broker

MC-1805551

Active

Freight Forwarder

FF-71154

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Authority granted: 4 months ago (March 11, 2026)

Carrier Packet

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Federal regulation 49 CFR 387.307 requires every property broker to maintain a $75,000 surety bond (BMC-84) or trust agreement (BMC-85) on file with FMCSA. This bond protects motor carriers against non-payment. Active broker authority generally indicates a valid bond is on file.

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What You Should Verify

  • Bond is currently active (not pending cancellation)
  • Bond meets the $75,000 federal minimum
  • Surety company is reputable and financially solid
  • No active complaints on file with the FMCSA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC a legitimate freight broker?
Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC holds an active FMCSA license under USDOT 4547428 and MC-1805551. Active authority means the broker is currently registered with the federal government and authorized to arrange motor-carrier shipments. Always verify current authority status on FMCSA SAFER before working with any broker.
Where is Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC located?
Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC is headquartered in San Juan, Puerto Rico, with FMCSA broker authority dating back 4 months.
What is Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC's MC number?
Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC operates under MC-1805551 and USDOT 4547428. These are the unique federal identifiers issued by the FMCSA for any company arranging interstate freight in the U.S.
How can I contact Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC?
FMCSA records list contact information for Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC as: phone (787) 720-7943, email ACCOUNTING@PLANTASTROPICALESPR.COM. Contact information is reported by the broker to FMCSA and may not always be current.
How do I become a carrier for Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC?
To haul loads for Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC, you'll typically need: (1) active MC operating authority, (2) a valid carrier packet signed and on file, (3) certificate of insurance naming the broker as additional insured, (4) a W-9, and (5) a signed broker-carrier agreement. The exact requirements vary by broker — contact Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC directly to start the setup process.
Does Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC work with new MC authorities?
Many freight brokers prefer carriers with at least 6 months to 1 year of operating history before granting setup, but policies vary widely between brokers. If you're a new MC and want to know whether Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC accepts new authorities, the fastest way is to call them directly. We crowdsource this data — if you've been set up with Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC as a new MC, please share your experience on this profile.
What kind of carrier packet does Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC use?
A carrier packet is the broker's standard onboarding paperwork — typically a broker-carrier agreement, W-9 request, certificate of insurance request, and reference forms. If you have a current Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC carrier packet link, you can share it on this profile to help other carriers get set up faster.
Who owns Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC?
FMCSA records list Edgardo Castillo Sr. as a company officer of Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC. Officer information is self-reported and reflects the most recent record on file.
Is Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC's broker authority active right now?
Yes — based on the most recent FMCSA sync, Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC has active broker authority. Authority status can change at any time; always verify on the FMCSA SAFER system before signing a carrier-broker agreement.
What is a BMC-84 broker bond and does Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC have one?
Federal regulations require every property broker to maintain a $75,000 surety bond (BMC-84) or trust agreement (BMC-85) on file with FMCSA. This protects carriers from non-payment. Active broker authority generally means a valid bond is on file — verify current bond status via FMCSA's L&I (Licensing & Insurance) public search.
What's the difference between a freight broker like Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC and a truck dispatch service?
A freight broker holds FMCSA broker authority (MC-FF), legally arranges transportation between shippers and carriers, and earns commission from the rate spread. A truck dispatcher works on behalf of the carrier — finding loads on load boards, negotiating rates with brokers (like Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC), and handling paperwork. Brokers represent shippers; dispatchers represent carriers. See O Trucking's guide on dispatcher vs. freight broker, or learn about O Trucking's dispatch services for carriers.
How can a broker like Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC find reliable carriers in Puerto Rico?
Brokers source carriers through: (1) FMCSA-verified carrier directories where MC numbers and safety records are pre-checked, (2) load boards (DAT, Truckstop) that match active carriers to posted freight, (3) direct relationships with dispatch services that represent multiple carriers, and (4) referrals from current carriers. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed carrier directory — see active carriers based in Puerto Rico. We also dispatch hundreds of owner-operators and small fleets — see O Trucking dispatch services.
How should I verify Plantas Tropicales De Pr INC before hauling and protect against broker fraud?
Before accepting any load, do the full broker verification check: (1) confirm active MC broker authority on FMCSA SAFER, (2) verify BMC-84 surety bond ($75K minimum) or BMC-85 trust on FMCSA L&I, (3) check days-to-pay reputation on broker-credit databases, and (4) search carrier forums for fraud history. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed broker directory for Puerto Rico with verified authority data and authority-age sorting so older, more-established brokerages surface first.

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