Argentina

Mihan Logistics — Your Logistics Partner from China to Argentina in South America's Key Market

Mihan Logistics leverages its deep expertise in Latin America and precise grasp of Southern Cone market dynamics to provide efficient, stable, and highly compliant end-to-end logistics solutions from China to Argentina. As the second-largest economy in South America, Argentina boasts a vast consumer market and rich agricultural resources. However, its import policies, foreign exchange controls, and customs procedures are distinctive and complex. With profound operational experience at key hubs like the Port of Buenos Aires and the Port of Bahía Blanca, coupled with an in-depth understanding of Argentina's Federal Public Revenue Administration (AFIP) regulations, we ensure your goods smoothly enter this large, opportunity-filled yet challenging market.

Ocean freight

Focus on Core Ports & Regional Gateways: Efficient handling of most consumer and industrial goods via the Port of Buenos Aires; optimized routing for specific industries via regional ports like Port of Bahía Blanca.

Nationwide Inland Transport Network: Upon arrival, cargo can be connected to truck or rail transport, reaching major inland economic centers like Córdoba, Rosario, and Mendoza deep in the Pampas.

Professional Local Customs & FX Settlement Support: We work closely with licensed Argentine customs brokers and tax advisors, not only handling complex AFIP customs declarations, Import Affidavit (DJAI), and tax payments but also providing guidance on foreign exchange payment paths compliant with Central Bank controls.

Ocean Freight Services: FCL & LCL

We offer direct and transshipment routes from major Chinese ports to Argentina's core Atlantic coast ports, catering to the import needs for bulk agricultural processing equipment and diverse consumer goods.

Port of Loading	Port of Discharge	Estimated Transit Time (Days)	Key Service Area
Shanghai	Port of Buenos Aires	35-45	Argentina's largest port, directly serving the Greater Buenos Aires economic hub and national consumer markets
Ningbo	Port of Buenos Aires	38-48	Primary route from East China, connecting to the Pampas agricultural region and core industrial belt
Shenzhen	Port of Buenos Aires	40-50	Direct and transshipment services from South China, accessing the national distribution network
Qingdao	Port of Bahía Blanca	42-55	Important route from North China, serving the Patagonia region in the south and agricultural export zones
Tianjin	Port of Buenos Aires	45-55	Northern gateway route, suitable for bulk cargo and project equipment transport

Air Freight Services

Centered on Buenos Aires' Ministro Pistarini International Airport (Ezeiza), we provide expedited air freight services nationwide.

Standard Air Freight: Door-to-door delivery typically within 8-14 working days.

Express Air Freight: Priority service of 5-9 working days available, with weekend delivery possible on key routes.

Service Highlights:

Major Air Gateway: In-depth operations at Ezeiza Airport, Argentina's most important air cargo gateway.

Experience Navigating Complex Environments: Familiar with strategies for swift clearance, valuation, and tax handling of high-value goods in contexts of high inflation and economic volatility.

Direct Delivery to Key Cities: Rapid arrangement of door-to-door delivery to major cities like Buenos Aires, Córdoba, and Rosario post-clearance.

Argentina Customs & Key Import Notes

Argentina's import regulations are renowned for their strictness and procedural complexity. Proactive compliance planning is crucial to avoid significant delays and cost overruns.

Importer Registration & Pre-Declaration: Importers must register with the AFIP system and obtain import qualification. Most goods require an "Import Affidavit" (DJAI) prior to shipment, a mandatory pre-clearance step.

Stringent Foreign Exchange Controls & Payment: Importers must purchase foreign exchange through the banking system for paying suppliers and freight, a process strictly supervised by the Central Bank with quota management, often time-consuming.

Main Taxes and Duties:

Customs Duty: Determined by the MERCOSUR Common Nomenclature (NCM). Some goods may benefit from preferential rates under the China-Argentina bilateral agreement.

Value Added Tax (VAT): Standard rate is 21%, applied to the sum of CIF value, duty, and other charges.

Excise Tax: Levied on specific goods like tobacco, alcohol, luxury items, and electronics.
oStatistical Fee: 0.5% of the CIF value.

Integrated Logistics Solutions

Stable Capacity & Contracts

Direct contracts with major shipping lines ensure guaranteed base space.
Long-term agreements lock in rates and mitigate market volatility.
Enhance supply chain planning stability and cost control.

Door-to-Door Flat Rate

All costs consolidated into one transparent price.
Coverage across major ports and key inland cities.
Simplify cost accounting with predictable expenses.

Customized Solutions

End-to-end services including customs clearance, warehousing, and distribution.
Tailored insurance and risk control plans based on cargo characteristics.
Optimize the entire supply chain for improved efficiency and security.

Core Service Assurance

Dedicated account managers provide one-on-one support and prompt response.
Real-time visibility and milestone tracking throughout the shipment journey.
Efficient collaboration ensures quick exception handling and information synchronization.