Can transgenic soybeans be imported into Mexico?

Yes, transgenic soybeans for industrial use and animal feed are imported in large volumes, mainly from the U.S. A phytosanitary certificate and biosafety regulation compliance are required.

What duty do imported soybeans pay?

Soybeans from the U.S. and Canada enter at 0% under USMCA. From other origins like Brazil and Argentina, duty may range from 5% to 15%.

What regulations apply to seeds for sowing?

Seeds for sowing require SNICS authorization, a phytosanitary certificate, and if transgenic, a release permit from CIBIOGEM.

Can transgenic soybeans be imported into Mexico?

Yes, transgenic soybeans for industrial use and animal feed are imported in large volumes, mainly from the U.S. A phytosanitary certificate and biosafety regulation compliance are required.

What duty do imported soybeans pay?

Soybeans from the U.S. and Canada enter at 0% under USMCA. From other origins like Brazil and Argentina, duty may range from 5% to 15%.

What regulations apply to seeds for sowing?

Seeds for sowing require SNICS authorization, a phytosanitary certificate, and if transgenic, a release permit from CIBIOGEM.

Chapter 12

Oil seeds; industrial plants; straw

Chapter 12 covers oil seeds and oleaginous fruits (soybeans, sunflower, rapeseed, peanuts), seeds for sowing, plants for perfumery or pharmacy, and seaweed. Mexico imports large volumes of soybeans from the U.S. for the oil and animal feed industries. Seeds for sowing have special SNICS regulations on authorized varieties.

Key products

Soybeans

Sunflower seeds

Rapeseed (canola)

Peanuts

Flaxseed

Chia seeds

Sesame seeds

Alfalfa seeds

Common tariff headings

1201 1205 1206 1207 1209

Average duty range

0–15%

Actual rates depend on the specific tariff heading, country of origin, and applicable trade agreements (USMCA, EU-Mexico FTA, CPTPP, etc.).

Applicable regulations (NOMs)

NOM-002-FITO — Phytosanitary requirements
NOM-051-SCFI — Labeling

Import notes and tips

Imported soybeans (mostly transgenic from the U.S.) require a phytosanitary certificate. Seeds for sowing require SNICS authorization and may be subject to biosafety regulations if transgenic. Oil seeds must comply with aflatoxin limits.

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Oil seeds; industrial plants; straw

Key products

Common tariff headings

Average duty range

Applicable regulations (NOMs)

Import notes and tips

Frequently asked questions

Oil seeds; industrial plants; straw

Key products

Common tariff headings

Average duty range

Applicable regulations (NOMs)

Import notes and tips

Frequently asked questions