Chapter 15
Chapter 15 covers fats and oils of animal or vegetable origin, waxes, prepared edible fats, and margarines. Mexico imports large quantities of soybean oil, palm oil, canola oil, lard, and waxes. It is a crucial chapter for the food and biodiesel industries. Edible oils are subject to nutritional labeling standards and warning seals.
0–20%
Actual rates depend on the specific tariff heading, country of origin, and applicable trade agreements (USMCA, EU-Mexico FTA, CPTPP, etc.).
Edible oils must comply with NOM-187-SSA1 and carry nutritional warning seals per NOM-051-SCFI. Olive oil has additional purity standards. Palm oil may require sustainability certification in some markets. Tariffs vary by degree of refinement.