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US Tariffs on Imports from Argentina

Updated 2026-05-13

Updated Feb 21, 2026: IEEPA tariff (was 10%) struck down by SCOTUS Feb 20. Replaced by 10% Section 122 tariff (effective Feb 24, expires ~July 24). Rate unchanged at 10%. Section 122 tariffs expire ~July 24, 2026.

Section 122 Tariff

10%

232 Steel

50%

232 Aluminum

50%

Argentina Import Tariff Overview

Argentina faces a 10% Section 122 tariff plus MFN duties on exports to the US, with no bilateral free trade agreement in place. Section 232 tariffs of 50% on steel and aluminum were unaffected by the SCOTUS IEEPA ruling and remain in force.

Argentina is a significant agricultural exporter and a member of Mercosur, which limits its ability to negotiate bilateral FTAs. Annual US imports from Argentina total approximately $7B. The trade relationship is relatively modest compared to Brazil but important in specific product categories such as wine, beef, and biodiesel.

Key Products Imported from Argentina

Top imports from Argentina include wine (especially Malbec), aluminum, biodiesel, beef, soybeans and soybean oil, lithium, and specialty agricultural products such as yerba mate and lemons. Argentina is also a growing lithium producer in the 'lithium triangle.'

Recent Changes

Feb 20, 2026: SCOTUS struck down IEEPA tariffs; Argentina's 10% rate continues under Section 122 (expires ~July 24, 2026). Section 232 aluminum tariffs of 25% remain. Argentina's economic reforms may open the door to future trade negotiations, but Mercosur membership complicates bilateral FTA prospects. Argentine lithium production is expanding rapidly.

Tips for Importers

With no FTA in place, accurate tariff classification is critical to minimize MFN duties. Argentine Malbec faces the 10% Section 122 tariff plus MFN wine duties — compare total landed cost with Chilean wines (FTA duty-free). For lithium, explore US critical minerals incentives that may offset the Section 122 tariff. Consider timing large shipments around the ~July 2026 Section 122 expiry date.

How US Tariffs on Argentina Work

US import duties on goods from Argentina are determined by multiple overlapping tariff authorities. The base layer is the Section 122 tariff at 10%, which applies to all countries and is set to expire around July 24, 2026. Section 232 tariffs of 50% on steel and 50% on aluminum apply to metals imports, regardless of the Section 122 rate.

To calculate the total duty on a specific import from Argentina, use our tariff calculator or landed cost calculator for a complete estimate including Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) and Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF). You can also compare Argentina rates with other countries to evaluate sourcing alternatives.

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Browse Argentina Tariffs by Product Category

Ch. 27: Mineral Fuels, Oils0.5% avg MFN Ch. 30: Pharmaceutical Products0% avg MFN Ch. 39: Plastics4.2% avg MFN Ch. 61: Knitted or Crocheted Clothing14.5% avg MFN Ch. 62: Woven Clothing12% avg MFN Ch. 72: Iron and Steel1.8% avg MFN Ch. 73: Articles of Iron or Steel3.5% avg MFN Ch. 84: Machinery2% avg MFN Ch. 85: Electrical Machinery2.5% avg MFN Ch. 87: Vehicles (not Railway)2.5% avg MFN

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do Argentine wine tariffs compare to Chilean wine?

Argentine wine faces a 10% Section 122 tariff plus MFN wine duties (varies by type), while Chilean wine enters duty-free under the US-Chile FTA. This gives Chilean wine a meaningful price advantage, though Argentine Malbec's premium positioning partially offsets the tariff difference.

Is Argentina a strategic source for lithium?

Yes. Argentina is part of the 'lithium triangle' (with Chile and Bolivia) and holds some of the world's largest lithium reserves. Argentine lithium may qualify for US critical minerals incentives designed to support EV battery supply chains outside of Chinese control.

Why does Argentine aluminum face higher tariffs than other metals?

Argentine aluminum faces both the 50% Section 232 tariff and the 10% Section 122 tariff, creating a combined rate of 35% before MFN duties. Section 232 was not affected by the SCOTUS ruling and remains in full force for all countries except Australia.

Can Argentina negotiate a separate trade deal with the US?

Argentina's Mercosur membership complicates bilateral FTA negotiations. However, President Milei's economic reforms have signaled interest in closer US trade ties. Any deal would likely need to work within or alongside Mercosur's common external tariff framework.

Note: Rates shown do not include potential anti-dumping or countervailing duties (AD/CVD), which may apply to specific products and can significantly increase total duty. Consult a customs broker for product-specific rates.