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Import Guide

How to import diagnostic equipment to Mexico

Medical diagnostic equipment requires COFEPRIS class II registration. Learn requirements for importing lab and diagnostic equipment.

Related tariff chapters

Chapter 90

Optical, measuring, medical instruments

9018.19.019027.80.01

Required documents

  • Import declaration
  • Commercial invoice
  • COFEPRIS class II registration
  • GMP certificate
  • Certificate of free sale
  • Technical manuals

Applicable regulations

  • COFEPRIS — Class II health registration
  • NOM-241-SSA1 — GMP
  • NOM-137-SSA1 — Medical device labeling
  • ISO 13485 — Quality management system

Step-by-step import process

1

COFEPRIS registration

Register equipment as a class II medical device with COFEPRIS.

2

Verify standards

Confirm manufacturer ISO 13485 certification.

3

Tariff classification

Classify by diagnostic function, technology, and medical application.

4

Prepare technical documentation

Manuals, specifications, diagnostic method validation.

5

Health verification

COFEPRIS verifies valid registration and documentation.

6

Customs clearance

Low tariffs for medical diagnostic equipment.

Common duty rates

Tariffs: 0-5% for medical diagnostic equipment. Many have 0%. With FTAs: 0%.

Tips and recommendations

Manufacturer ISO 13485 facilitates COFEPRIS registration

Diagnostic reagents may require separate registration

In vitro diagnostic equipment has specific regulation

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