What are the requirements for importing meat into Mexico?

You need a SENASICA zoosanitary certificate, a health certificate from the country of origin, and the slaughter plant must be SENASICA-approved (TIF equivalent).

What is the duty rate on imported beef?

Under USMCA, beef from the U.S. and Canada enters at 0% duty. For other origins, tariffs can reach up to 25% ad valorem.

Can I import meat from any country?

No. Mexico only allows meat imports from countries and plants authorized by SENASICA that meet equivalent Mexican zoosanitary standards.

What are the requirements for importing meat into Mexico?

You need a SENASICA zoosanitary certificate, a health certificate from the country of origin, and the slaughter plant must be SENASICA-approved (TIF equivalent).

What is the duty rate on imported beef?

Under USMCA, beef from the U.S. and Canada enters at 0% duty. For other origins, tariffs can reach up to 25% ad valorem.

Can I import meat from any country?

No. Mexico only allows meat imports from countries and plants authorized by SENASICA that meet equivalent Mexican zoosanitary standards.

Chapter 02

Meat and edible offal

Chapter 02 covers meat and edible offal from bovine, swine, sheep, goat, and poultry animals. It includes fresh, chilled, and frozen meat. Mexico is one of the world's largest importers of beef and pork, primarily from the United States. Imports are subject to SENASICA zoosanitary controls and NOM compliance verification.

Key products

Boneless beef

Pork legs

Chicken breast

Lamb meat

Offal and giblets

Turkey meat

Specialty beef cuts

Common tariff headings

0201 0202 0203 0207

Average duty range

0–25%

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-030-ZOO — Imported meat products
NOM-004-ZOO — Toxic residues in meat
NOM-009-ZOO — Meat sanitary processing

Import notes and tips

Requires a zoosanitary certificate from the exporting country and verification that the origin plant is TIF-approved or equivalent. Under USMCA, most cuts from the U.S. and Canada enter at 0% duty. Hormone and antibiotic residue limits are verified.

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Meat and edible offal

Key products

Common tariff headings

Average duty range

Applicable regulations (NOMs)

Import notes and tips

Frequently asked questions

Meat and edible offal

Key products

Common tariff headings

Average duty range

Applicable regulations (NOMs)

Import notes and tips

Frequently asked questions