It is strictly regulated.
Everclear (190-proof grain alcohol) is legal in Argentina but subject to stringent controls under the Ley Nacional de Alimentos 26.687 and Decreto 149/2026, which delegate enforcement to the Secretaría de Agricultura, Ganadería y Pesca and ANMAT. Sales require a Certificado de Libre Venta (CLV) from provincial authorities, with restrictions on proof levels and purchaser licensing. Recent 2026 amendments mandate digital tracking of high-proof alcohol transactions to curb diversion for illicit purposes.
Key Regulations for Purchasing Everclear in Argentina
- Proof Restrictions: Only Everclear ≤151 proof (75.5% ABV) may be sold to licensed retailers; higher-proof variants are classified as bebidas espirituosas de alta graduación and require federal permits.
- Purchaser Requirements: Buyers must present a Licencia de Comprador Especial (LCE), issued by provincial Direcciones de Fiscalización after background checks, limiting purchases to 1 liter per transaction.
- Distribution Channels: Wholesale distribution is restricted to Depósitos Fiscalizados under AFIP Resolution 5234/2026, with mandatory 24-hour advance notification for shipments exceeding 5 liters.