Market
Dried chickpea (garbanzo) in Argentina is an export-oriented pulse crop, with Kabuli-type chickpeas and locally developed cultivars referenced by INTA (e.g., Chañaritos S-156, Norteño, Felipe UNC-INTA, Kiara UNC-INTA). Production is reported in provinces including Córdoba, San Luis, Salta, Santa Fe, and Entre Ríos. UN Comtrade data via WITS indicates Argentina exported HS 071320 dried chickpeas in 2024 with the European Union and Turkey among the top destinations. Exports of plant-origin products typically require SENASA phytosanitary certification aligned to destination-country requirements.
Market RoleMajor producer and exporter
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Risks
Phytosanitary Disease HighChickpea blight caused by Ascochyta rabiei is a material agronomic and quality risk for Argentine chickpeas; INTA materials describe seed involvement/handling concerns and report susceptibility in key commercial cultivars, which can reduce exportable quality/volume and increase the likelihood of buyer non-compliance findings in sensitive specifications.Require cultivar/seed-health documentation, implement field scouting and disease management programs, conduct pre-shipment quality inspection (including defect and extraneous matter checks), and align phytosanitary documentation to destination requirements via SENASA.
Documentation Compliance MediumMismatch between shipment condition/documentation and the destination-country phytosanitary requirements can trigger delay, re-inspection, or rejection; SENASA export certification is designed to attest compliance with importing-country ONPF requirements.Use SENASA’s export certification portal to confirm destination requirements and complete certification steps early; reconcile lot IDs, weights, and container marks against documents before loading.
Logistics MediumSea-freight volatility (rates, equipment availability, transshipment delays) can reduce margin and disrupt delivery windows for containerized bulk pulses to Europe/Mediterranean markets.Lock freight early during peak seasons, use moisture-protective packaging and container desiccants where appropriate, and maintain buffer time for port/route disruptions.
Sustainability Land Use MediumFor sourcing linked to northern production zones near the Gran Chaco, buyers may flag land-use change/deforestation exposure even when the crop is not the primary driver, due to the region’s documented forest conversion to agriculture and grazing.Implement farm-origin mapping and supplier due diligence for land-use compliance; prioritize suppliers with documented legal land clearing status and conservation practices.
Sustainability- If sourcing from northern provinces associated with the Gran Chaco (e.g., Salta), land-use change and deforestation-risk screening can be relevant for buyer due diligence because the Gran Chaco has experienced significant conversion to farmland and grazing land.
Labor & Social- In northern Argentina near the Gran Chaco, Indigenous community presence and land-tenure context are a potential social-reputational consideration for agricultural sourcing.
FAQ
What HS code is commonly used for dried chickpeas exported from Argentina?Trade data sources commonly classify dried chickpeas (shelled) under HS 071320 for Argentina’s exports.
What phytosanitary document is typically needed to export dried chickpeas from Argentina?SENASA issues a phytosanitary export certificate to attest compliance with the importing country’s phytosanitary requirements for plant-origin products.
Which chickpea cultivars are commonly referenced by INTA for Argentina?INTA references Argentine commercial cultivars such as Chañaritos S-156 and Norteño, and also notes cultivars including Felipe UNC-INTA and Kiara UNC-INTA in technical materials.