Import Guide
Wood imports require forestry permits and may be CITES-regulated. Learn the requirements for importing wood products and furniture.
Confirm if the wood species is in CITES appendices or requires SEMARNAT permit.
Apply for forest import permit from SEMARNAT and CITES if applicable.
Get phytosanitary certificate from country of origin to prevent pest introduction.
Classify by species, form (rough, sawn, plywood), and use.
SENASICA may inspect the wood to verify absence of pests.
Complete the import with all permits and tax payment.
Tariffs: rough wood 0-10%, sawn wood 10-15%, furniture 15-25%. Under USMCA: 0% for wood products from U.S. and Canada.
Tropical woods like mahogany require CITES permits
Wood must be free of bark beetle infestation
Finished furniture may require NOM flammability certification
ISPM-15 heat treatment is mandatory for wood packaging