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Trade Guide: Canada

Canada is Mexico's North American partner under USMCA. Learn how to leverage preferential tariffs and optimize your bilateral trade.

Key trade data

USD $10B

Annual bilateral trade

USMCA

Free trade agreement

#3

North American partner

0%

USMCA preferential tariff

Bilateral trade relationship

Canada and Mexico are trilateral partners under USMCA along with the US. Bilateral trade exceeds USD $10B annually, covering agricultural products, minerals, machinery, and vehicles. USMCA offers 0% tariff for products with regional origin.

Top exports from Mexico

Vehicles and auto parts

Chapter 87

USD $2.8B

Electronics

Chapter 85

USD $1.5B

Agricultural products

Chapter 7

USD $1.2B

Machinery

Chapter 84

USD $900M

Beverages (tequila, beer)

Chapter 22

USD $700M

Top imports from this country

Cereals and seeds

Chapter 10

USD $1.8B

Minerals and metals

Chapter 26

USD $1.2B

Agricultural machinery

Chapter 84

USD $800M

Paper and paperboard

Chapter 48

USD $600M

Chemical products

Chapter 38

USD $500M

Trade agreements

USMCA (T-MEC)

Trilateral agreement with 0% tariff for products with North American regional origin.

CPTPP

Both countries are members of the Trans-Pacific Partnership, offering additional benefits.

Key regulations

  • USMCA: Trilateral rules of origin and unified certificate of origin
  • SENASICA: Phytosanitary requirements for agricultural products
  • CFIA: Canadian Food Inspection Agency
  • Canadian CSA standards vs Mexican NOM
  • Forestry regulations for wood and paper

Logistics and transport

Ground

Transit time: 4-7 days

Main ports

  • Laredo (US transit)
  • Detroit-Windsor
  • Pacific Highway

Maritime

Transit time: 12-18 days

Main ports

  • Vancouver
  • Montreal
  • Halifax
  • Manzanillo
  • Veracruz

Air

Transit time: 1-2 days

Main ports

  • Toronto Pearson
  • Vancouver
  • Mexico City AICM

Business cultural tips

  • Business culture similar to the US but more reserved and formal
  • Bilingualism (English/French) — in Quebec business is conducted in French
  • Punctuality and commitment fulfillment are highly valued
  • Sensitivity to environmental and sustainability topics
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