Tax: up to 17%
Duties: up to 15%
Restricted Items: Certain pallet types, chemicals
Non-working days: Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays
Lead Time: 2-3 Weeks
Best carrier option: Freight Forwarder or Courier
Prominent Languages: Spanish
One of the most significant considerations when shipping into Mexico is the type of pallet used due to strict regulations regarding the material they are made from. An error here will result in goods being sent back to you at your own expense.
Mexico has an incredibly complex tax structure, with a 16% VAT rate added, as well as several compliance requirements. For instance, strict ISPM 15 compliance requirements for wood pallets. Otherwise, plastic pallets are recommended.
Furthermore, most electronic gear will need a Norma Oficial Mexicana (NOM) certification. NOMs are specific to the product manufacturer, and Mexican customs authorities have become increasingly strict with enforcing NOM regulations. Mexican customs authorities can seize products that do not comply with Norma Oficial Mexicana (NOM) regulations, leading to significant financial losses.
Mexico, with the US and Canada, form part of the North American Free Trade Agreement. As with other FTAs, this aids in removing barriers to trade among party members. However, you will still need a locally registered entity to act as the Importer of Record (IOR) to clear your goods through customs.
One of the most significant considerations when shipping into Mexico is the type of pallet used due to strict regulations regarding the material they are made from. An error here will result in goods being sent back to you at your own expense.
Mexico has an incredibly complex tax structure, with a 16% VAT rate added, as well as several compliance requirements. For instance, strict ISPM 15 compliance requirements for wood pallets. Otherwise, plastic pallets are recommended.
Furthermore, most electronic gear will need a Norma Oficial Mexicana (NOM) certification. NOMs are specific to the product manufacturer, and Mexican customs authorities have become increasingly strict with enforcing NOM regulations. Mexican customs authorities can seize products that do not comply with Norma Oficial Mexicana (NOM) regulations, leading to significant financial losses.
Mexico, with the US and Canada, form part of the North American Free Trade Agreement. As with other FTAs, this aids in removing barriers to trade among party members. However, you will still need a locally registered entity to act as the Importer of Record (IOR) to clear your goods through customs.
How TecEx Can Help You Import into Mexico
Despite the complex tax structure, TecEx can give you 100% accurate costing for importing into Mexico. We conduct strict pre-shipment checks, not only on compliance documents but also on the correct packing of goods. By doing so, we determine if the pallets are incorrect and ensure your goods are not returned.
The World Bank has announced that Mexico is Latin America’s largest exporter of high-technology goods — putting it on par with global leaders in terms of technological development.
Our years of experience and dedicated team have worked tirelessly to ensure our clients have the best shipping experience possible. Part of this service is the sourcing of all required documentation. Our white-glove service ensures that we move the gear directly from customs to final delivery – be it a data center or office.
Your global trade solution for Mexico
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