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🇮🇷 Iran vs 🇨🇴 Colombia Tariffs — Import Duty Comparison (2026)

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Iran

Section 122 Rate10%
Section 301N/A
Section 232 (Metals)50%
Trade AgreementNone
Trade Volume$0.1B
Base Effective Rate10%
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Colombia

Section 122 Rate10%
Section 301N/A
Section 232 (Metals)50%
Trade AgreementUS-Colombia TPA
Trade Volume$36B
Base Effective Rate10%

Product Overlap

Both countries export these product categories to the US:

Crude oilChemicals

🇮🇷 Iran Advantages

  • +Unique export categories: Petroleum products, Carpets, Pistachios

🇨🇴 Colombia Advantages

  • +Trade agreement: US-Colombia TPA (duty-free on qualifying goods)
  • +Higher US trade volume ($36B vs $0.1B)
  • +Unique export categories: Coffee, Gold, Cut flowers

Iran and Colombia are both significant US trading partners, but their tariff profiles differ in important ways that affect import costs.

Both countries face the same base tariff rate of 10% on most goods entering the United States.

Both countries export Crude oil, Chemicals to the United States, creating direct competition in these sectors.

In terms of trade volume, Iran accounts for approximately $0.1B in bilateral trade with the US, compared to Colombia's $36B.

Both countries are subject to the 10% Section 122 tariff imposed on February 24, 2026, following the Supreme Court's ruling striking down IEEPA tariffs. This rate expires approximately July 24, 2026 unless Congress extends it.

Iran's advantages include: Unique export categories: Petroleum products, Carpets, Pistachios. Colombia's advantages include: Trade agreement: US-Colombia TPA (duty-free on qualifying goods); Higher US trade volume ($36B vs $0.1B); Unique export categories: Coffee, Gold, Cut flowers.

With equivalent base tariff rates, the choice between Iran and Colombia depends primarily on product-specific duties, shipping costs, lead times, and supply chain considerations rather than the base tariff rate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has lower tariffs — Iran or Colombia?
Both countries face the same base Section 122 tariff of 10%. The difference comes from product-specific duties, Section 301 (China only), and Section 232 (metals).
Should I switch sourcing from Iran to Colombia?
The decision depends on more than tariff rates. Consider total landed cost (shipping, insurance, customs fees), lead times, quality standards, minimum order quantities, and supply chain reliability. With equivalent base rates, focus on non-tariff factors.
Do both Iran and Colombia face the same Section 122 tariff?
Yes, both countries are subject to the 10% Section 122 tariff imposed on February 24, 2026. This flat rate replaced the variable IEEPA tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court. It expires approximately July 24, 2026.
What products overlap between Iran and Colombia exports to the US?
Both countries export Crude oil, Chemicals to the US. Iran has total bilateral trade of ~$0.1B while Colombia has ~$36B.

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