Argentina: Less Paperwork More Trade - Argentina Revamps Food Import Rules

Argentina has reformed its food import and export regulations. The new rules allow food imported from countries with “high sanitary standards”, including the US, to enter with minimal paperwork. Also, exports from Argentina now only need to meet the requirements of destination countries rather than Argentine domestic regulations. These changes aim to provide consumers with greater choice and more affordable food. They also seek to boost Argentina’s competitiveness, facilitate trade, and benefit both consumers and producers with faster, more efficient food trade processes. Note: At this time, these changes only apply to products regulated by the National Food Institute (INAL). They do not apply to products regulated by SENASA, including meat, poultry, dairy, pet food, and feed.