Does Chile have duty-free import for US equipment?

Many equipment categories enter Chile duty-free or at reduced rates under the US-Chile Free Trade Agreement. We identify applicable tariff codes and prepare FTA certificates of origin to minimize your import costs.

How long does shipping to Chile take?

Ocean transit from US Gulf and East Coast ports to San Antonio averages 25-32 days via the Panama Canal. Total door-to-port timeline is typically 35-45 days including pickup, packing, and documentation.

What equipment is commonly shipped to Chile?

Combines, tractors, planters, sprayers, and headers are in high demand for Chile's agricultural sector. The country's central valley and southern regions are major grain and fruit producers, driving consistent demand for US-made equipment.

Shipping Destinations

Ship Machinery to Chile

We ship machinery from the USA and Canada to San Antonio — Chile's largest cargo port serving Santiago and the central agricultural valley. Transit times average 25-32 days via the Panama Canal route with weekly sailings from US Gulf and East Coast ports.

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Route Details

Transit Time

25-32 days

Destination Port

San Antonio

Carriers

Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, CMA CGM, MSC

Container Options

40ft High-Cube, Flat Rack, Open Top, 20ft Standard

Equipment We Ship to Chile

What You Need to Know

Chile has streamlined customs procedures and free trade agreements with the US. Most agricultural equipment enters duty-free or at reduced rates under the US-Chile FTA. ISPM-15 compliant wood packaging is required. We prepare bilingual documentation and coordinate with Chilean customs brokers. Air freight available for urgent parts with 7-14 day delivery.

How It Works

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Send us your equipment details and destination. You receive a line-by-line quote within 24 hours.

We Pack & Load

Our team dismantles, labels, and packs your machinery into secure containers at our facility.

Ship & Track

Your shipment sails to San Antonio with full documentation. You get tracking updates until delivery.

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