Expédition de États-Unis vers Chili États-Unis → Chili
Ocean and Fret aérien from US ports to Chilean destinations. Machinery, electronics, medical devices, chemicals, and consumer goods with US-Chili FTA duty-free benefits.
Pourquoi Suaid Global — États-Unis → Chili
US-Chili FTA — Duty-Free Trade
The US-Chili Free Trade Agreement (effective 2004) eliminates tariffs on virtually all goods traded between the two countries. Over 99% of US exports enter Chili duty-free. Our customs team ensures proper FTA certificate of origin documentation on every shipment.
Miami — Santiago Air Bridge
Miami International Airport is the primary air cargo gateway to Chili. LATAM Cargo, American Airlines, and Avianca offer daily freighter and belly cargo service to Santiago with 8-10 hour flight times. We book priority lift for time-sensitive shipments with 2-4 day door-to-door delivery.
Chili — Latin America's Most Stable Economy
Chili has the highest credit rating in Latin America, modern port infrastructure, and transparent customs processes. Valparaiso and San Antonio are efficient, well-connected ports with strong intermodal links to Santiago and the Chilean interior.
Modes d'Expédition et Délais de Transit
Maritime FCL
14–20 jours
Idéal Pour: Machinery, vehicles, bulk chemicals, and heavy equipment
Maritime LCL
20–28 jours
Idéal Pour: Smaller commercial shipments, mixed consumer goods, and samples
Fret Aérien
2–4 jours
Idéal Pour: Medical devices, electronics, urgent parts, perishables, and high-value goods
Principaux Ports sur Cet Itinéraire
🇺🇸 Ports d'Origine
- Port of Miami
- Port of Houston
- Port of Los Angeles/Long Beach
- Port of New York/New Jersey
🇨🇱 Ports de Destination
- Port of Valparaiso
- Port of San Antonio
- Port of San Vicente
Cargo Courant sur Cette Route
Exigences en Douane et Documentation
Shipments from États-Unis to Chili benefit from the US-Chili FTA. Required documents: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading or AWB, FTA certificate of origin (for duty-free treatment), phytosanitary certificate (for food/agricultural products). Chili uses the Harmonized System for tariff classification. Electronics require SUBTEL certification. Medical devices require ISP (Instituto de Salud Publica) registration. Food products require SAG (Servicio Agricola y Ganadero) approval. Dangerous goods require SERNAGEOMIN declaration.
Informations Tarifaires Actuelles
Under the US-Chili FTA, over 99% of US goods enter Chili duty-free. The agreement eliminated tariffs on all industrial products. Agricultural products are fully liberalized with no remaining tariff-rate quotas. Key rates: machinery 0%, electronics 0%, medical devices 0%, vehicles 0%, chemicals 0%, consumer goods 0%. Chili's standard MFN rate (for non-FTA countries) is a flat 6% across all products. VAT (IVA) of 19% applies to all imports regardless of origin.
Les taux tarifaires sont sujets à modification. Les informations ci-dessus sont fournies à titre informatif général uniquement. Contactez notre équipe en douane pour un calcul précis des droits pour votre code HTS spécifique et votre expédition.
Questions Fréquemment Posées
How long does shipping from États-Unis to Chili take?
Ocean freight from the États-Unis to Chili takes 14-22 jours. Miami to Valparaiso/San Antonio takes 14-18 jours via direct or one-stop service through Panama Canal. From Houston: 16-20 jours. From Los Angeles: 12-16 jours (West Coast is closer via Pacific route). Air freight from Miami to Santiago takes 2-4 jours with daily flight options.
Are US goods duty-free in Chili?
Yes. Under the US-Chili FTA (effective since 2004), virtually all US goods enter Chili duty-free. Over 99% of tariff lines are at 0%. You must provide an FTA certificate of origin to claim the preferential treatment. Chili's 19% VAT (IVA) still applies on top of the duty-free import value.
What is the air freight cost from États-Unis to Chili?
Air freight rates from États-Unis to Chili range from $2.50-$5.00 per kg in 2026. Miami to Santiago is the most competitive route at $2.50-$4.00/kg. Express services run $5-$8/kg. Medical devices and temperature-controlled shipments are $4-$7/kg. Rates are generally lower than to other South American destinations due to strong bilateral trade volume.
What documents are needed for exporting to Chili?
Standard documents: commercial invoice (in English and Spanish), packing list, bill of lading or AWB, FTA certificate of origin. Additional requirements by product: electronics need SUBTEL certification, medical devices need ISP registration, food/agriculture needs SAG phytosanitary certificate, chemicals need SDS (Safety Data Sheet) and SERNAGEOMIN declaration for certain hazardous materials.
Which US ports are best for shipping to Chili?
Miami is the primary gateway for air and ocean freight to Chili. For ocean FCL, Los Angeles/Long Beach offers the fastest transit via Pacific route (12-16 jours). Houston is competitive for Gulf Coast shippers. New York/New Jersey serves the US East Coast with transit via Panama Canal (18-22 jours). For air freight, Miami is the clear winner with the most daily connections.
Can you handle medical device shipments to Chili?
Yes. We handle medical device exports to Chili including ISP registration support, proper temperature control for sensitive devices, sterile packaging compliance, and customs documentation. Chili's ISP process is well-structured and our Santiago customs partners expedite clearance for pre-registered medical products.