Introduction After several months of diplomatic and trade tensions, Ecuador and Colombia are moving forward with the removal of the extraordinary tariff measures that marked one of the most significant trade disputes within the Andean Community (CAN) in recent years. The reciprocal tariffs imposed by both countries created uncertainty for importers, exporters, and logistics operators, impacting supply chains, import costs, and regional trade flows. With the gradual elimination of these...
Ecuador-Colombia Tariff Increase: What Does the 100% Tax Mean for Bilateral Trade?
In 2026, Ecuador and Colombia have been at the center of one of the most significant trade tensions in the Andean region in recent decades. Starting on May 1, 2026, the Government of Ecuador officially implemented a 100% tariff on imports from Colombia, a substantial increase from the previously imposed 30% and later 50% tariffs. This measure, which was justified by Quito as a response to border security concerns, has...
Ecuador’s 30% Tariff on Colombian Imports
On January 21, 2026, Ecuador announced a 30% tariff (described as a “security fee”) on imports from Colombia, set to take effect on February 1, 2026. The measure was framed as a response to alleged insufficient cooperation on border security, particularly against drug trafficking and illegal mining, and to a persistent trade deficit. In the days that followed, Colombia signaled and implemented countermeasures, increasing uncertainty for regional supply chains and...