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Trade Guide: United States

The United States is Mexico's top trading partner. Discover tariffs, agreements, regulations, and logistics to optimize your bilateral trade.

Key trade data

USD $800B+

Annual bilateral trade

#1

Mexico's trading partner

USMCA

Free trade agreement

0%

Tariff on thousands of products

Bilateral trade relationship

The United States and Mexico share the world's most active commercial border. With over USD $800B in annual bilateral trade under USMCA, the relationship spans automotive manufacturing, electronics, agriculture, and energy. Mexico has been the top US trading partner since 2023.

Top exports from Mexico

Vehicles and auto parts

Chapter 87

USD $130B

Electronics and components

Chapter 85

USD $95B

Machinery and equipment

Chapter 84

USD $62B

Crude oil

Chapter 27

USD $28B

Medical devices

Chapter 90

USD $18B

Top imports from this country

Refined fuels

Chapter 27

USD $45B

Electronic components

Chapter 85

USD $42B

Industrial machinery

Chapter 84

USD $38B

Plastics and resins

Chapter 39

USD $18B

Agricultural products

Chapter 10

USD $15B

Trade agreements

USMCA (T-MEC)

Trilateral agreement Mexico-US-Canada with 0% tariff for products meeting rules of origin.

IMMEX

Export manufacturing program with temporary import at 0% tariff.

CTPAT

Customs security program for trusted operators with expedited clearance.

Key regulations

  • USMCA: Certificate of origin required for preferential tariff
  • CBP: Reasonable care obligation for US importers
  • 75% regional automotive content under USMCA
  • FDA: Regulations for food, drugs, and cosmetics
  • USDA/APHIS: Phytosanitary requirements for agricultural products

Logistics and transport

Ground

Transit time: 1-5 days

Main ports

  • Laredo, TX
  • El Paso, TX
  • Nogales, AZ
  • San Diego, CA

Maritime

Transit time: 5-10 days

Main ports

  • Houston, TX
  • Long Beach, CA
  • Savannah, GA

Air

Transit time: 1-2 days

Main ports

  • Dallas/Fort Worth
  • Los Angeles
  • Miami
  • Chicago

Business cultural tips

  • Direct, results-oriented business culture; punctuality is crucial
  • Detailed contracts are the norm; seek legal advice
  • Personal relationships matter but decisions are data-driven
  • Regulatory compliance is top priority — costly penalties for errors
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