CUSTOMS DUTIES: TUNISIA TO CHILE

Overview of Customs Duties from Tunisia to Chile

When exporting goods from Tunisia to Chile, exporters must navigate Chile's customs regulations and tariff structure. As Tunisia is not a signatory to Chile's major free trade agreements, Tunisian goods do not benefit from preferential duty rates. Chile applies a uniform baseline tariff of six percent to goods not originating from Free Trade Agreement countries, with additional taxes and regulations depending on the product category. Understanding these requirements is essential for successful import operations and cost estimation.

General Duty Rates

Product Category	Tariff Rate	Additional Taxes/Notes
General Non-FTA Goods	6%	Baseline tariff for most products
Luxury Goods (jewelry, precious stones, furs, etc.)	6%	Plus 15% luxury tax
Wines, Champagne, Sparkling Wines	6%	Plus 20.5% excise tax
Beer and Alcoholic Beverages	6%	Plus 20.5% excise tax
Liquors, Spirits, Whiskey, Distillates	6%	Plus 31.5% excise tax
Mineral Waters and Artificial Drinks	6%	Plus 10% excise tax (18% if sugar content exceeds 15g per 240ml)
Tobacco Products	6%	Cigars: 52.6%; Elaborated tobacco: 59.7%; Cigarettes: 30% plus additional percentage
Pyrotechnic Articles (fireworks, petards)	6%	Plus 50% tax (excludes industrial/mining/agricultural use)
All Imported Goods	—	19% Value Added Tax (IVA) applies universally

Required Documentation

• Commercial invoice detailing product description, quantity, unit price, and total value
• Packing list with detailed contents and weight information
• Bill of lading or air waybill for shipment tracking
• Certificate of origin (required for tariff classification purposes)
• Product-specific certifications or compliance documents as applicable
• Import permit or authorization if required for restricted goods
• Insurance documents covering the shipment
• Technical specifications and product safety documentation where required

Important Regulations

All imports into Chile are subject to a 19 percent Value Added Tax (IVA) in addition to tariffs and excise taxes. This tax is applied uniformly to both imported and domestic goods. Exporters should note that certain product categories incur substantial excise taxes that significantly increase the final landed cost. For alcoholic beverages and tobacco products, these taxes can exceed the base tariff rate substantially.

Luxury goods face a 15 percent additional tax upon entry, covering items such as jewelry, precious stones, fine furs, caviar, and fine carpets. Pyrotechnic articles face particularly high taxation at 50 percent. Products containing restricted substances or those requiring health, safety, or environmental certifications must include appropriate documentation to facilitate customs clearance.

Used goods imported into Chile may face additional scrutiny, and certain restrictions may apply depending on product category and condition. It is advisable to verify specific requirements for your product before shipment.

Trade Agreements

Tunisia does not currently maintain a free trade agreement with Chile. Therefore, Tunisian exports do not qualify for the preferential duty rates available under Chile's bilateral or multilateral trade agreements. The standard six percent tariff applies to all Tunisian goods, with additional excise taxes and the 19 percent IVA applied according to product classification.

Chile maintains free trade agreements with numerous countries including the United States, the European Union, and other regional partners, but Tunisia is not among current FTA signatories. Exporters from Tunisia should budget for the full six percent tariff rate plus applicable product-specific taxes when calculating landed costs.

For specific tariff classifications and to verify exact duty rates for your particular products, consult Chile's customs authority or use the Customs Info Database tariff look-up tool. Professional customs brokers familiar with Tunisia-Chile trade can provide additional guidance on documentation requirements and compliance procedures.