Chapter 30
Chapter 30 covers medicines, vaccines, human and animal blood, pharmaceutical preparations, diagnostic reagents, and dressings. Mexico imports large volumes of finished medicines, vaccines, and medical supplies. The sector is strictly regulated by COFEPRIS. Medicines require sanitary registration and good practice compliance.
0–10%
Actual rates depend on the specific tariff heading, country of origin, and applicable trade agreements (USMCA, EU-Mexico FTA, CPTPP, etc.).
All medicines require COFEPRIS sanitary registration before import. Vaccines require COFEPRIS-approved lots. Controlled substances (psychotropics, narcotics) need additional permits. Cold chain must be documented for biologics. Mexico has facilitated imports to address medicine shortages.