Mexico Raises Tariffs on Imports from China

The mexican government, through the Ministry of Economy, announced a package of tariffs on products originating from China and other countries without free trade agreements with Mexico. This measure, approved in December by the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate, aims to strengthen domestic industry, correct trade imbalances, and generate additional revenue.

Official publication in Diario Oficial de la Federación: December 29, 2025.

Effective start: January 1, 2026.

Official Objectives

• Protect around 350,000 jobs in sensitive sectors such as automotive, textiles, footwear, steel, and manufacturing.
• Promote reindustrialization and reduce dependence on imports.
• Generate additional tax revenue: estimated at about USD 3.76 billion in 2026.
• Demonstrate commitment to the United States ahead of the upcoming USMCA review.

The complete tariff list includes 1,463 tariff lines, with rates ranging from 5% to 50%. It can be consulted at: DOF - Diario Oficial de la Federación

Most Affected Sectors

• Automotive and auto parts:  Vehicles (including electric), components such as headlights, bumpers, radio receivers, spark plug cables: 25% to 50%.
• Textiles, footwear, and clothing:  Garments, fabrics, threads, coats, raincoats, shoes, and leather goods: 25% to 35%.
• Plastics, glass, and steel:  Bottles, jars, metal furniture, pipes, doors, rolled steel, wire rod: up to 35%.
• Home appliances and household or school items:  Microwaves, fans, ovens, plastic furniture, toys, office supplies: 25% to 35%.
• Hygiene, cleaning, and cosmetics: Soaps, toothpaste, shampoo, makeup, perfumes, and deodorants: 25% to 35%, lipstick up to 36%.

Tariff Increases: Most rates fall between 20% and 35%, with specific cases reaching 50% for automotive parts. New tariffs range between 5% and 50%, depending on the sector.

Tariff of the General Import and Export Tax Law (TIGIE)

Affected Tariff Codes

 

HTS	Product Description	Tariff Range
8703.22.xx	Electric or hybrid automobiles (transport)	50 %
8708.40.xx	Clutches, pressers, and their parts (auto parts)	25 % – 50 %
3920.51.01	Plastic parts for automobiles	25 % – 35 %
6403.99.xx	Urban and sports footwear	25 %
6205.20.xx	Shirts, blouses, cotton T-shirts	35 %
6307.90.xx	Bedding (bedspreads, comforters, etc.)	35 %
8302.10.xx	Oil radiators (engines)	25 %
9403.20.xx	Plastic, bamboo, or rattan furniture	25 %
4823.90.xx	Paper or cardboard envelopes	25 % – 35 %
9503.00.xx	Toys: replica weapons, inflatables, puzzles	25 % – 35 %

 

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Contributor: Ofelia Olivar