Importing to Chile
Chile can be highly complex when it comes to trade compliance. An intricate web of trade regulations and customs requirements can make it difficult for businesses to import/export tech equipment if unfamiliar with the area.
Tax: Up to 19%
Duties: Up to 12%
Restricted Items: Uninsured Goods
Non-working days: Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays
Lead Time: 3-4 Weeks
Best carrier option: Courier or Freight Forwarder
Prominent Languages: Spanish
One of the most important considerations when importing into Chile is the need for insurance. If goods are uninsured on arrival at customs or proof of insurance cannot be produced, customs will assume a value of 2%. This has a knock-on effect and can change the taxable value of the shipment. These unforeseen costs can have catastrophic consequences on profit margins.
Chile is a member of the Central America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR) along with the United States, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
One of the most important considerations when importing into Chile is the need for insurance. If goods are uninsured on arrival at customs or proof of insurance cannot be produced, customs will assume a value of 2%. This has a knock-on effect and can change the taxable value of the shipment. These unforeseen costs can have catastrophic consequences on profit margins.
Chile is a member of the Central America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR) along with the United States, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
TecEx can offer comprehensive liability coverage on all our shipments and we can provides full coverage from pick-up to final delivery, unlike many other products that only cover goods for a portion of the journey. TecEx will also ensure that all the necessary documentation has been completed and is available on arrival in-country.
Our DDP shipping solution covers the entire process of importing tech goods into Chile. Rest easy in knowing that our dedicated Importer of Record(IOR) and trade compliance professionals handle everything, providing you with the most efficient import solution.
Click here to learn more about what to expect when shipping into South America.
The information technology sector is one of Chile’s most promising sectors, with high growth potential indicating a CAGR of 8.5% growth.
Through our expert customs compliance solutions, TecEx can easily get your tech goods to any site within Chile.
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