Insights · International Trade

Ideas on importing, wine and the Asia–LATAM corridor

Practical articles on logistics, customs, Asian markets, Chilean wines and export strategy from Tokyo.

Illustration of an exhibition hall and a commercial preparation checklist.
China · Sourcing

Canton Fair: benefits, limitations and preparing a commercially focused visit

What the fair can offer, which risks to assess and how to prepare suppliers, meetings and follow-up with Hanito’s support.

October 2026Read article →
Illustration of a tequila bottle, agave and a commercial connection between Mexico and Asia.
Asia–LATAM

Tequila in Asia: choose a market, not just a continent

Japan, China and South Korea offer different opportunities. A Mexican brand needs to decide where to enter, which partner to choose and what price the channel can support.

October 2026Read article →
Before a food or beverage trade show: how to build a buyer meeting schedule
Asia–LATAM

Before a food or beverage trade show: how to build a buyer meeting schedule

A trade show starts before its doors open: with the buyers you want to meet, the offer you will present and the follow-up you will organise. This is an adaptable planning method, not a promise of meetings, sales or a particular timetable.

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From first contact to first order: anatomy of an international negotiation
Asia–LATAM

From first contact to first order: anatomy of an international negotiation

A positive reply is not yet a sale. This walkthrough uses a fictional packaged-food company to explain the decisions between initial interest and the first shipment. It is not a real Hanito transaction and does not promise a closing time.

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Is your product ready to export to Asia? A checklist before approaching importers
Asia–LATAM

Is your product ready to export to Asia? A checklist before approaching importers

Strong domestic sales do not guarantee export readiness. Choose a specific country and channel, investigate feasibility and check whether your company can deliver its offer. This is a commercial working tool, not certification or sanitary authorisation.

October 2026Read article →
A bottle of Argentine Malbec at a Bangkok rooftop bar at dusk
Wines

Argentine Wine in Thailand and Vietnam: Riding the Southeast Asian Wave

Thailand cut its wine taxes, Vietnam grows at double digits and Argentina was the fastest-growing origin in Bangkok in 2025: how to scale Malbec and Torrontés.

October 2026 Read article →
Korean skincare products displayed in a Buenos Aires beauty boutique
Asia–LATAM

K-Beauty Lands in Argentina: Korean Cosmetics Go Mainstream

Argentina imported US$8.4 million in Korean cosmetics in 2025 and regional demand surged 135%: ANMAT-Mercosur rules, retail and the opportunity map.

October 2026 Read article →
Healthy Malaysian packaged foods at a Lima supermarket tasting corner
Asia–LATAM

Healthy Food from Malaysia to Peru: Halal Quality Meets the CPTPP

Malaysia's halal and functional food boom meets Peru's wellness demand under the CPTPP: DIGESA registration, octógono labels and the categories ready to cross the Pacific.

October 2026 Read article →
Paraguayan soybean fields with silos and an Asian container port at dusk
Asia–LATAM

Paraguay Meets Asia: Soy, Beef and the Bioceanic Advantage

Competitive taxes, record crops and a fast corridor to the Pacific: how Paraguay can scale sales to Japan, Korea, China and Southeast Asia.

September 2026 Read article →
A bottle of Tannat wine on a Bangkok rooftop bar at dusk
Wines

Uruguayan Tannat in Thailand and Vietnam: A Premium Beachhead in Southeast Asia

High excise taxes, booming wine bars and Latin-grill restaurants: how to position Uruguay's flagship red in Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi.

September 2026 Read article →
Singapore and Santiago de Chile skylines connected across the Pacific
Asia–LATAM

The Services Bridge: Connecting Singapore and Chile Across the Pacific

CPTPP partners and DEPA pioneers: logistics, fintech, edtech and agtech opportunities for service firms using Singapore and Chile as mutual gateways.

September 2026 Read article →
Thai canned tuna, pineapple and coconut milk on Chilean supermarket shelves
Asia–LATAM

From Thailand to Chile: Why Asian Canned Foods Are Winning Chilean Shelves

Thai canned tuna, pineapple, coconut milk and curries fill Chilean shelves: labeling rules, Pacific logistics and retail entry.

September 2026 Read article →
Chilean salmon fillet on ice representing CPTPP tariff-free access across the Pacific
Asia–LATAM

Chilean Salmon and the CPTPP: Tariff-Free Reach Across 11 Pacific Markets

Chile is the world's second-largest producer. How the CPTPP puts its salmon at zero tariff in Japan, Mexico, Canada and Vietnam.

September 2026 Read article →
Japanese auto parts gears, brake disc and filter bound by container to Latin America
Asia–LATAM

Japanese Auto Parts to Latin America: The Aftermarket That Crosses the Pacific

Aging fleets dominated by Toyota, Nissan and Honda drive demand: genuine, OEM, certified used parts and container logistics.

September 2026 Read article →
GACC customs registration labels on food export boxes for China
Asia–LATAM

GACC Registration: Decrees 248, 249 and the New Decree 280 for Food Exports to China

CIFER, official sanitary recommendation, GB labeling and the paperwork mistakes that cost a container.

September 2026 Read article →
Port of Santos containers symbolizing new Brazil-Asia trade agreements
Asia–LATAM

Brazil–Asia 2026: Singapore in Force, Vietnam Negotiating and the Portfolio on the Move

The Singapore FTA already applies to Brazil since August; Vietnam held its first round, and Korea and Japan are advancing. Rules of origin inside.

September 2026 Read article →
Pacific Rim map with CPTPP member countries across Asia and Latin America
Asia–LATAM

TPP11: Southeast Asia’s Advantage and the Opportunities for LATAM

Vietnam chairs the CPTPP in 2026 as the club negotiates with Uruguay, Indonesia and the Philippines: what Mexico, Peru, Chile and the region gain.

September 2026 Read article →
Malaysian halal products and palm oil prepared for export to Brazil
Asia–LATAM

Malaysia to Brazil: Halal, Palm Oil and Electronics in a US$4.46 Billion Corridor

Bilateral trade already exceeds RM20.4 billion and Malaysian halal exports to Brazil jumped 68%. JAKIM certification, ANVISA and private label: the opportunities ahead.

September 2026 Read article →
Brazilian halal beef and sugar cargo destined for Indonesia
Asia–LATAM

Brazil to Indonesia: Beef, Sugar and the World's Largest Halal Market

Halal certification becomes mandatory in October 2026. FAMBRAS, BPOM registration and the quota system: how to enter a market of 280 million consumers.

September 2026 Read article →
Frozen Peruvian giant squid and scallops for the Japanese market
Asia–LATAM

Peruvian Seafood to Japan: Giant Squid, Scallops and the CPTPP Advantage

Pota, concha de abanico and mahi-mahi: how Peru can grow in the world's most demanding seafood market via the CPTPP and the frozen value chain.

September 2026 Read article →
Thai canned food products prepared for export to Brazil
Asia–LATAM

Thai Canned Goods to Brazil: A Shelf-Stable Opportunity in a Demanding Market

Thailand is the world’s largest exporter of canned tuna and pineapple. How to land Thai shelf-stable foods in Brazil: ANVISA, tariffs and private label.

September 2026 Read article →
Brazilian tax system with ICMS, IPI and substituição tributária
Asia–LATAM

Importing into Brazil: Taxes, Tax Types and the Famous Substituição Tributária

ICMS, IPI, PIS/COFINS, ISS and the famous substituição tributária — plus how Brazil’s 2026–2033 tax reform (IBS/CBS) changes landed costs.

September 2026 Read article →
Agave plant representing tequila development for Japan
Asia–LATAM

Tequila in Japan: Developing a Premium Mexican Category in a Mature Market

Tequila exports keep climbing and Japan is among its most promising premium markets: regulation, channels, cocktail culture and positioning.

September 2026 Read article →
Colombian Hass avocado destined for China
Asia–LATAM

Colombian Avocado in China: Scaling One of the Youngest Corridors in Fresh Produce

Hass access, a 30-day Pacific crossing and fast-rising demand: how Colombia’s avocado boom can find its second engine in China.

September 2026 Read article →
Fresh Chilean cherries for Vietnam
Asia–LATAM

Chilean Cherries in Vietnam: How a New Market Opens Beyond China

Chilean cherry shipments to Vietnam are growing at triple digits. Cold treatment, logistics, the Tet gifting season and the openings ahead.

September 2026 Read article →
Semiconductor chip representing Korea’s export boom
Asia–LATAM

Korea's Semiconductor Supercycle: What the AI Boom Means for Latin America

Korean chip exports are breaking records — up 169% in a single month — on the AI boom. Prices, supply chains and what LATAM should expect.

September 2026 Read article →
Chinese electronics and machinery packed for export to Latin America
Asia–LATAM

Chinese Tech Products to LATAM: Electronics, Machinery and Market Entry Strategy

How Chinese manufacturers can successfully export electronics and machinery to Latin America: certifications, tariffs and distribution.

August 2026 Read article →
Japanese cosmetics J-beauty products displayed in a Latin American store
Asia–LATAM

Japanese Cosmetics and J-beauty to LATAM: Market Opportunities and Entry Strategy

How Japanese cosmetics brands can enter the Latin American market: regulation, channel building and premium positioning.

August 2026 Read article →
Korean processed foods on supermarket shelves in Latin America
Asia–LATAM

Korean Processed Foods to LATAM: Ramen, Sauces and Snacks

How Korean food companies can export ramen, sauces and snacks to Latin America: regulation, K-food trend and distribution channels.

August 2026 Read article →
Chilean table grapes packed for export to Japan
Wines

Table Grapes from Chile to Japan: Quality, Market Window and Added Value

How to position Chilean table grapes in Japan with a focus on quality, presentation and commercial discipline.

July 2026 Read article →
Peruvian pisco bottle premium display in the Philippines
Wines

Peruvian Pisco to the Philippines: A Premium Opportunity in Southeast Asia

How to position Peruvian pisco as a premium, educational and gastronomic category in the Philippine market.

July 2026 Read article →
Argentine beef containers ready for export to China
Asia–LATAM

Exporting Meat Products from Argentina to China: Volume, Value and Positioning

Beef, by-products, trade requirements, and how to build sustainable proposals for the Chinese market.

July 2026 Read article →