{"id":9581,"date":"2026-04-29T09:53:39","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T07:53:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.geotelecom.es\/?p=9581"},"modified":"2026-07-29T09:30:25","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T07:30:25","slug":"international-ecommerce-trends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.geotelecom.es\/en\/blog\/tendencias-ecommerce-internacional\/","title":{"rendered":"International ecommerce trends in 2026: tariffs, regulation and new opportunities"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first four-month period of 2026 has<strong> redefined the rules<\/strong> of international ecommerce. The Spanish foreign sector starts the year with resilience, but also with new challenges to compete in an increasingly demanding global environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trade tensions, customs changes, regulatory pressure and new opportunities in emerging markets are marking the main <strong>international ecommerce trends in 2026<\/strong>. In this analysis we bring together the most relevant signals to understand what is changing in internationalization from Spain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents of the entry<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Contents\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #a09353;color:#a09353\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #a09353;color:#a09353\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.geotelecom.es\/en\/blog\/tendencias-ecommerce-internacional\/#El_comercio_exterior_espanol_en_2026_crecimiento_en_un_entorno_incierto\" >Spanish foreign trade in 2026: growth in an uncertain environment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.geotelecom.es\/en\/blog\/tendencias-ecommerce-internacional\/#Aranceles_en_Estados_Unidos_impacto_directo_en_el_ecommerce_internacional\" >U.S. tariffs: direct impact on international ecommerce<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.geotelecom.es\/en\/blog\/tendencias-ecommerce-internacional\/#Sectores_espanoles_mas_afectados\" >Spanish sectors most affected<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.geotelecom.es\/en\/blog\/tendencias-ecommerce-internacional\/#Fin_del_modelo_%E2%80%9Cde_minimis%E2%80%9D_cambios_clave_en_el_ecommerce_transfronterizo\" >End of the \u201cde minimis\u201d model: key changes in cross-border ecommerce<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.geotelecom.es\/en\/blog\/tendencias-ecommerce-internacional\/#Nuevas_condiciones_en_la_Union_Europea\" >New conditions in the European Union<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.geotelecom.es\/en\/blog\/tendencias-ecommerce-internacional\/#Latinoamerica_una_oportunidad_en_crecimiento_para_el_ecommerce_internacional\" >Latin America: a growing opportunity for international ecommerce<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.geotelecom.es\/en\/blog\/tendencias-ecommerce-internacional\/#Cambios_aduaneros_en_la_Union_Europea_nuevo_codigo_obligatorio\" >Customs changes in the European Union: new mandatory customs code<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.geotelecom.es\/en\/blog\/tendencias-ecommerce-internacional\/#Regulacion_de_la_IA_en_ecommerce_impacto_del_EU_AI_Act\" >Regulation of AI in ecommerce: impact of the EU AI Act<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.geotelecom.es\/en\/blog\/tendencias-ecommerce-internacional\/#Como_adaptar_tu_estrategia_ante_las_tendencias_del_ecommerce_internacional_en_2026\" >How to adapt your strategy to international ecommerce trends in 2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"El_comercio_exterior_espanol_en_2026_crecimiento_en_un_entorno_incierto\"><\/span>Spanish foreign trade in 2026: growth in an uncertain environment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Spanish foreign sector is entering the current global scenario with a solid base. Exports of <strong>2025 recorded the second best data in history<\/strong>, and 2026 progresses with a reduction in the trade deficit of 24%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A particularly relevant fact is that the evolution of the <strong>Spanish exports in February 2026 was better than the euro zone average<\/strong>, This strengthens the international competitiveness of Spanish companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In terms of key markets, <strong>Spain maintains trade surplus<\/strong> with countries such as Portugal, France and the United Kingdom, which continue to be strategic export destinations. In addition, record highs have been reached in markets such as Canada, Indonesia and Ukraine, reflecting a growing diversification in the international strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aranceles_en_Estados_Unidos_impacto_directo_en_el_ecommerce_internacional\"><\/span>U.S. tariffs: direct impact on international ecommerce<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the main trends of international ecommerce in 2026 is the <strong>tightening of the tariff environment in the United States<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On February 24, Section 122 was activated, introducing a <strong>10% temporary surcharge<\/strong> on virtually all imports, effective until July 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sectores_espanoles_mas_afectados\"><\/span>Spanish sectors most affected<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The categories with the greatest exposure are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fashion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Footwear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food (olive oil, wine)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ceramics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Furniture<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This surcharge makes Spanish products more expensive in the U.S. market, <strong>forcing companies to adjust their strategy<\/strong>The company's main competitors: they either reduce margins or assume a loss of competitiveness vis-\u00e0-vis local producers or countries with more favorable agreements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, the Supreme Court has questioned the legal basis for certain tariffs, which <strong>opens the door to possible claims or refunds<\/strong> for affected importers, although it introduces uncertainty in the short term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In parallel, <strong>The United States has initiated trade investigations<\/strong> related to industrial overproduction and the use of forced labor in international supply chains, which adds an additional layer of complexity for companies operating in international ecommerce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fin_del_modelo_%E2%80%9Cde_minimis%E2%80%9D_cambios_clave_en_el_ecommerce_transfronterizo\"><\/span>End of the \u201cde minimis\u201d model: key changes in cross-border ecommerce<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another major trend in international ecommerce in 2026 will be <strong>the end of the low-value duty-free shipping model<\/strong>, which for years has driven the growth of cross-border trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The United States eliminated the 800$ exemption in August 2025.<\/strong>, The European Union will do the same as of July 1, 2026. The European Union will do the same as of July 1, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nuevas_condiciones_en_la_Union_Europea\"><\/span>New conditions in the European Union<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Shipments of less than 150\u20ac will pay a flat fee of 3\u20ac.<\/strong> by item or tariff category within the shipment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>This system will be transitory<\/strong>, with a full tariff model planned for 2028.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>UK will also remove its \u00a3135 threshold by March 2029<\/strong>, markets such as Canada, Australia and Japan are already considering similar measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This change requires <strong>rethinking pricing, logistics and fulfillment strategies <\/strong>in international ecommerce, especially in models based on low-value shipments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Latinoamerica_una_oportunidad_en_crecimiento_para_el_ecommerce_internacional\"><\/span>Latin America: a growing opportunity for international ecommerce<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Latin America confirms its growth momentum in international ecommerce. <strong>Mexico and Colombia lead the way in regional e-commerce growth<\/strong>, with rates close to 30% per year driven by the digitalization of consumption and improved logistics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Argentina is also gaining prominence, consolidating its position as an emerging market to be taken into account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For European brands, the region represents an attractive opportunity: less competitive saturation and consumers who are particularly receptive to international products. Even so, <strong>cross-border logistics continues to be a critical factor<\/strong> which must be managed with special attention to ensure a good customer experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cambios_aduaneros_en_la_Union_Europea_nuevo_codigo_obligatorio\"><\/span>Customs changes in the European Union: new mandatory customs code<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As of April 21, 2026, companies importing goods by means of additional declarations type B or E must include a <strong>new regime code called <\/strong><strong><em>AdditionalProcedure<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This change, prompted by revisions to the Union Customs Code, aims to <strong>improving traceability and standardization<\/strong> in customs processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Failure to adapt to this requirement can have a direct impact on operations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Blocked shipments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Logistical delays<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>possible sanctions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For ecommerce companies operating internationally, this involves <strong>review your internal processes<\/strong> and ensure the correct implementation of the new requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regulacion_de_la_IA_en_ecommerce_impacto_del_EU_AI_Act\"><\/span>Regulation of AI in ecommerce: impact of the EU AI Act<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another of the <strong>international ecommerce trends in 2026<\/strong> is the advancement of technology regulation. In April, the European Commission confirmed that artificial intelligence agents are covered by the AI Regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As of <strong>August 2, 2026<\/strong>, In addition, specific obligations will come into force for systems considered high-risk, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Technical documentation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Human supervision<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Impact assessment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Registration in European databases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This <strong>directly affects many common uses in ecommerce<\/strong>, such as product recommendation systems, customer scoring, automated customer service or dynamic pricing strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>companies operating in the European Union<\/strong> should analyze whether their technological solutions are subject to these obligations and adapt their processes accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_adaptar_tu_estrategia_ante_las_tendencias_del_ecommerce_internacional_en_2026\"><\/span>How to adapt your strategy to international ecommerce trends in 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The current context of international trade is more complex, but it also opens up new opportunities for <strong>new opportunities <\/strong>for companies that know how to anticipate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The combination of <strong>regulatory changes, logistics transformation and market developments<\/strong> requires a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geotelecom.es\/en\/internationalization\/\">international ecommerce strategy<\/a><strong> <\/strong>more robust, flexible and well-planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Adapting to this <strong>new environment<\/strong>This is not only an operational issue, but also a strategic one: reviewing priority markets, adjusting prices, optimizing logistics and ensuring regulatory compliance will be key to maintaining competitiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this scenario, having a well-defined strategy is more important than ever. At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geotelecom.es\/en\/\">Geotelecom<\/a> we accompany companies in their process of <strong>international expansion,<\/strong> helping them to identify market opportunities and optimize their positioning in digital environments.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The first four months of 2026 have redefined the rules of international ecommerce. The Spanish foreign sector is starting the year with resilience, but also with new challenges to compete in an increasingly demanding global environment. Trade tensions, customs changes, regulatory pressure and new opportunities in emerging markets are setting the main trends for international ecommerce in 2026. In this analysis we bring together the most relevant signals to understand what is changing in internationalization from Spain. Spanish foreign trade in 2026: growth in an uncertain environment The Spanish foreign sector arrives at the current global scenario with a solid base. Exports in 2025 recorded the second best figure in history, and 2026 is advancing with a reduction in the trade deficit of 24%. A particularly relevant fact is that the evolution of Spanish exports in February 2026 was better than the Eurozone average, which reinforces the international competitiveness of Spanish companies. In terms of key markets, Spain maintains trade surpluses with countries such as Portugal, France and the United Kingdom, which continue to be strategic export destinations. In addition, record highs have been reached in markets such as Canada, Indonesia and Ukraine, reflecting a growing diversification in international strategy. Tariffs in the United States: direct impact on international ecommerce One of the main trends for international ecommerce in 2026 is the tightening of the tariff environment in the United States. On February 24, Section 122 was activated, introducing a temporary surcharge of 10% on virtually all imports, effective until July 2026. Spanish sectors most affected The categories with the greatest exposure are: This surcharge makes the Spanish product more expensive in the U.S. market, forcing companies to adjust their strategy: either reduce margins or assume a loss of competitiveness against local producers or countries with more favorable agreements. In addition, the Supreme Court has questioned the legal basis of some tariffs, which opens the door to possible claims or refunds for affected importers, although it introduces uncertainty in the short term. In parallel, the United States has initiated trade investigations related to industrial overproduction and the use of forced labor in international supply chains, adding an additional layer of complexity for companies operating in international ecommerce. End of the \u201cde minimis\u201d model: key changes in cross-border ecommerce Another major trend in international ecommerce in 2026 is the end of the low-value duty-free shipping model, which for years has driven the growth of cross-border trade. The United States eliminated in August 2025 the 800$ exemption, which allowed packages to be imported duty-free. The European Union will do the same as of July 1, 2026. New conditions in the European Union United Kingdom will also eliminate its \u00a3135 threshold by March 2029, while markets such as Canada, Australia and Japan are already considering similar measures. This change forces a rethinking of pricing, logistics and fulfillment strategies in international ecommerce, especially in models based on low-value shipments. Latin America: a growing opportunity for international ecommerce Latin America confirms its growth momentum in international ecommerce. Mexico and Colombia are leading the increase in regional ecommerce, with rates close to 30% per year driven by the digitization of consumption and improved logistics. Argentina is also gaining prominence, consolidating its position as an emerging market to be taken into account. For European brands, the region represents an attractive opportunity: less competitive saturation and consumers particularly receptive to international products. Even so, cross-border logistics remain a critical factor that must be managed with special attention to ensure a good customer experience. Customs changes in the European Union: new mandatory code As of April 21, 2026, companies importing goods using additional type B or E declarations must include a new procedure code called AdditionalProcedure. This change, driven by revisions to the Union Customs Code, aims to improve traceability and standardization in customs processes. Failure to adapt to this requirement can have a direct impact on operations: for ecommerce operating internationally, this means reviewing their internal processes and ensuring the correct implementation of the new requirements. AI regulation in ecommerce: impact of the EU AI Act Another trend in international ecommerce in 2026 is the advancement of technology regulation. In April, the European Commission confirmed that artificial intelligence actors are covered by the AI Regulation. As of August 2, 2026, specific obligations will come into force for systems considered high-risk, such as: This directly affects many common ecommerce uses, such as product recommendation systems, customer scoring, automated customer care or dynamic pricing strategies. Companies operating in the European Union should analyze whether their technological solutions are subject to these obligations and adapt their processes accordingly. How to adapt your strategy to international ecommerce trends in 2026 The current context of international trade is more complex, but it also opens up new opportunities for companies that know how to anticipate. The combination of regulatory changes, logistical transformation and market evolution requires a more robust, flexible and well-planned international ecommerce strategy. Adapting to this new environment is not only an operational issue, but also a strategic one: reviewing priority markets, adjusting prices, optimizing logistics and ensuring regulatory compliance will be key to maintaining competitiveness. In this scenario, having a well-defined strategy is more important than ever. At Geotelecom we accompany companies in their international expansion process, helping them to identify market opportunities and optimize their positioning in digital environments.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":9582,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[18,73],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9581","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-e-commerce","category-internacionalizacion"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Tendencias del ecommerce internacional en 2026: - Geotelecom<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.geotelecom.es\/en\/blog\/international-ecommerce-trends\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Tendencias del ecommerce internacional en 2026: - Geotelecom\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"El primer cuatrimestre de 2026 ha redefinido las reglas del ecommerce internacional. El sector exterior espa\u00f1ol inicia el a\u00f1o con resiliencia, pero tambi\u00e9n con nuevos desaf\u00edos para competir en un entorno global cada vez m\u00e1s exigente. Tensiones comerciales, cambios aduaneros, presi\u00f3n regulatoria y nuevas oportunidades en mercados emergentes est\u00e1n marcando las principales tendencias del ecommerce internacional en 2026. En este an\u00e1lisis reunimos las se\u00f1ales m\u00e1s relevantes para entender qu\u00e9 est\u00e1 cambiando en la internacionalizaci\u00f3n desde Espa\u00f1a. El comercio exterior espa\u00f1ol en 2026: crecimiento en un entorno incierto El sector exterior espa\u00f1ol llega al actual escenario global con una base s\u00f3lida. Las exportaciones de 2025 registraron el segundo mejor dato hist\u00f3rico, y 2026 avanza con una reducci\u00f3n del d\u00e9ficit comercial del 24%. Un dato especialmente relevante es que la evoluci\u00f3n de las exportaciones espa\u00f1olas en febrero de 2026 fue mejor que la media de la zona euro, lo que refuerza la competitividad internacional de las empresas espa\u00f1olas. En cuanto a mercados clave, Espa\u00f1a mantiene super\u00e1vit comercial con pa\u00edses como Portugal, Francia y Reino Unido, que contin\u00faan siendo destinos estrat\u00e9gicos para la exportaci\u00f3n. Adem\u00e1s, se han alcanzado m\u00e1ximos hist\u00f3ricos en mercados como Canad\u00e1, Indonesia y Ucrania, reflejando una diversificaci\u00f3n creciente en la estrategia internacional. Aranceles en Estados Unidos: impacto directo en el ecommerce internacional Una de las principales tendencias del ecommerce internacional en 2026 es el endurecimiento del entorno arancelario en Estados Unidos. El 24 de febrero se activ\u00f3 la Secci\u00f3n 122, introduciendo un recargo temporal del 10% sobre pr\u00e1cticamente todas las importaciones, vigente hasta julio de 2026. Sectores espa\u00f1oles m\u00e1s afectados Las categor\u00edas con mayor exposici\u00f3n son: Este recargo encarece el producto espa\u00f1ol en el mercado estadounidense, obligando a las empresas a ajustar su estrategia: o bien reducen m\u00e1rgenes o asumen una p\u00e9rdida de competitividad frente a productores locales o pa\u00edses con acuerdos m\u00e1s favorables. Adem\u00e1s, el Tribunal Supremo ha cuestionado la base jur\u00eddica de algunos aranceles, lo que abre la puerta a posibles reclamaciones o reembolsos para importadores afectados, aunque introduce incertidumbre en el corto plazo. De forma paralela, Estados Unidos ha iniciado investigaciones comerciales relacionadas con la sobreproducci\u00f3n industrial y el uso de trabajo forzoso en cadenas de suministro internacionales, lo que a\u00f1ade una capa adicional de complejidad para las empresas que operan en ecommerce internacional. Fin del modelo \u201cde minimis\u201d: cambios clave en el ecommerce transfronterizo Otra de las grandes tendencias del ecommerce internacional en 2026 es el fin del modelo de env\u00edos sin aranceles de bajo valor, que durante a\u00f1os ha impulsado el crecimiento del comercio transfronterizo. Estados Unidos elimin\u00f3 en agosto de 2025 la exenci\u00f3n de 800$, que permit\u00eda importar paquetes sin aranceles. La Uni\u00f3n Europea har\u00e1 lo mismo a partir del 1 de julio de 2026. Nuevas condiciones en la Uni\u00f3n Europea Reino Unido tambi\u00e9n eliminar\u00e1 su umbral de 135\u00a3 antes de marzo de 2029, mientras que mercados como Canad\u00e1, Australia y Jap\u00f3n ya est\u00e1n estudiando medidas similares. Este cambio obliga a replantear las estrategias de pricing, log\u00edstica y fulfillment en ecommerce internacional, especialmente en modelos basados en env\u00edos de bajo valor. Latinoam\u00e9rica: una oportunidad en crecimiento para el ecommerce internacional Latinoam\u00e9rica confirma su momento de crecimiento dentro del ecommerce internacional. M\u00e9xico y Colombia lideran el aumento del comercio electr\u00f3nico regional, con tasas cercanas al 30% anual impulsadas por la digitalizaci\u00f3n del consumo y la mejora log\u00edstica. Argentina tambi\u00e9n est\u00e1 ganando protagonismo, consolid\u00e1ndose como un mercado emergente a tener en cuenta. Para las marcas europeas, la regi\u00f3n representa una oportunidad atractiva: menor saturaci\u00f3n competitiva y consumidores especialmente receptivos a productos internacionales. Aun as\u00ed, la log\u00edstica transfronteriza sigue siendo un factor cr\u00edtico que debe gestionarse con especial atenci\u00f3n para garantizar una buena experiencia de cliente. Cambios aduaneros en la Uni\u00f3n Europea: nuevo c\u00f3digo obligatorio Desde el 21 de abril de 2026, las empresas que importan mercanc\u00edas mediante declaraciones adicionales tipo B o E deben incluir un nuevo c\u00f3digo de r\u00e9gimen denominado AdditionalProcedure. Este cambio, impulsado por las revisiones del C\u00f3digo Aduanero de la Uni\u00f3n, tiene como objetivo mejorar la trazabilidad y la estandarizaci\u00f3n en los procesos aduaneros. No adaptarse a este requisito puede tener un impacto directo en la operativa: Para los ecommerce que operan a nivel internacional, esto implica revisar sus procesos internos y asegurar la correcta implementaci\u00f3n de los nuevos requisitos. Regulaci\u00f3n de la IA en ecommerce: impacto del EU AI Act Otra de las tendencias del ecommerce internacional en 2026 es el avance de la regulaci\u00f3n tecnol\u00f3gica. En abril, la Comisi\u00f3n Europea confirm\u00f3 que los agentes de inteligencia artificial est\u00e1n cubiertos por el Reglamento de IA. A partir del 2 de agosto de 2026, entrar\u00e1n en vigor obligaciones espec\u00edficas para sistemas considerados de alto riesgo, como: Esto afecta directamente a muchos usos habituales en ecommerce, como sistemas de recomendaci\u00f3n de productos, scoring de clientes, atenci\u00f3n automatizada o estrategias de precios din\u00e1micos. 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