Colombia
No retaliatory measures
Colombia is America's closest South American ally and a trade relationship defined by iconic exports: coffee, flowers, and crude oil. The US runs a $3.6 billion surplus, and the US-Colombia FTA (since 2012) was designed to cement economic ties following decades of cooperation on counter-narcotics.
Current Tariff
📊10%
Was 0.0%
US Imports
📥$16.2B
2024 total
US Exports
📤$19.8B
2024 total
Trade Balance
⚖️$3.6B
US surplus
Trade Flow (2024)
Tariff Rate Change
📈 5-Year Import Trend
📋 Trade Relationship Analysis
Colombia is America's closest South American ally and a trade relationship defined by iconic exports: coffee, flowers, and crude oil. The US runs a $3.6 billion surplus, and the US-Colombia FTA (since 2012) was designed to cement economic ties following decades of cooperation on counter-narcotics.
Coffee is Colombia's signature export — the country produces some of the world's finest Arabica beans, and 'Colombian coffee' is a quality designation recognized by every American consumer. A 10% tariff on coffee may seem modest, but the coffee market operates on thin margins, and price increases get passed directly to consumers already facing $7 lattes.
Colombia is the world's #1 exporter of fresh-cut flowers, supplying approximately 60% of all flowers imported to the United States. Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, and wedding seasons depend on Colombian rose and carnation farms. The flower trade supports 130,000 Colombian workers and is one of the country's most labor-intensive exports.
The 10% rate reflects balanced trade and the FTA relationship. Colombia has not retaliated, with President Petro — despite broader political tensions with Washington — choosing to prioritize the trade relationship. The crude oil and gold exports add a commodity dimension, while the emerging tech sector in Medellín and Bogotá represents growing bilateral potential.
Tariff Impact
Pre-2025
0.0%
Current
10%
Increase
+10.0%
🏷️ Top Imported Products
| Product | Tariff Rate | Import Value | Price Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee (Arabica) | 10% | $2.8B | +$0.30-0.60 per bag |
| Crude Oil | 10% | $5.4B | +$3-5 per barrel |
| Fresh-Cut Flowers | 10% | $1.8B | +$3-8 per bouquet |
| Gold | 10% | $2.1B | +5-8% per ounce |
| Bananas & Tropical Fruit | 10% | $1.4B | +$0.10-0.20 per pound |
📅 Tariff Timeline
🎯 Retaliation — US Products Targeted
| US Product Targeted | US Exports at Risk | Estimated Loss |
|---|---|---|
| No retaliation — trade relationship prioritized | N/A | N/A |
💡 Did You Know?
- •Colombia supplies 60% of all fresh-cut flowers imported to the US — your Valentine's roses are likely Colombian
- •Colombian coffee is one of the world's few geographically protected designations, like Champagne
- •Colombia's flower farms employ 130,000 workers — it's the country's largest agricultural employer after coffee
- •Medellín has transformed from cartel capital to tech hub, earning the nickname 'Silicon Valley of South America'