Guide to Importing from China to Argentina

Are you thinking about importing from China to Argentina?
Importing from China can be a great business opportunity, but it also requires preparation. Here
We give you a practical guide if you are taking your first steps as an importer in Argentina:

Minimum recommended value
Importing with an FOB value of less than USD 10,000 may not be profitable. There are many fixed costs in the
import process (customs, taxes, agents, local logistics) that affect more when the value of the
load is low.

Requirements of the Argentine government
To legally import to Argentina, it is necessary:
- Have a company registered as an importer with the AFIP.
- Obtain prior authorization through the SIMI system.
- Once the SIMI is approved, you will be able to buy dollars on the official market to pay for the import.
Without these steps, it is not possible to make payments to the Chinese supplier or release the goods through customs.

Costs and taxes
Before purchasing, consult a local customs broker for:
- Calculate tariffs, VAT and local taxes.
- Confirm whether the product requires non-automatic licenses.
- Estimate logistics costs at destination.

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Written by Alicia