Import Guide
Fertilizers may require special permits depending on composition. Learn the requirements for importing fertilizers to Mexico.
Determine if fertilizer contains controlled substances (ammonium nitrate, etc.).
If contains precursors, apply for COFEPRIS permit.
Classify by composition (nitrogen, phosphate, potassic, compound).
Analysis certificate with composition and safety data sheet.
Some fertilizers are class 5.1 dangerous goods (oxidizers).
Pay duties and taxes. Most fertilizers have 0% duty.
Tariffs: 0% for most fertilizers. Mexico keeps fertilizer tariffs at 0% to support the agricultural sector.
Most fertilizers have 0% duty to support agriculture
Ammonium nitrate has special security controls
Organic fertilizers may have different requirements
Transport of oxidizing fertilizers requires specialized units