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Mexico Tariff Rates 2026: 10% on US Imports

Updated 2026-09-14USMCA

Effective Rate

10%

As of 2026-09-14, US imports from Mexico carry an effective tariff of about 10%. This combines the 10% Section 301 forced-labor baseline (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026) applied to countries without a separate deal, with Section 232 metals tariffs of 50% on steel and 50% on aluminum charged separately. Goods qualifying under the USMCA may enter with reduced or zero base duty, though the forced-labor tariff still applies. The 10% Section 122 tariff (effective Feb 24, 2026) expired at its 150-day limit on July 24, 2026 and was replaced the same day by the Section 301 forced-labor tariff (10%, or 12.5% for higher-tier economies).

Last verified September 14, 2026 · Source: USITC HTS · Section 122 / 301 / 232 · run your exact numbers

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Updated Feb 21, 2026: IEEPA tariff (was 10%) struck down by SCOTUS Feb 20. Replaced by the 10% Section 122 tariff (Feb 24), which expired at its 150-day limit on July 24, 2026 and was replaced the same day by the Section 301 forced-labor tariff (10% or 12.5% by economy). Section 122 expired July 24, 2026 and was replaced by the Section 301 forced-labor tariff.

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Paid IEEPA duty on imports from Mexico in 2025–early 2026?

The Supreme Court struck down IEEPA reciprocal (and fentanyl/trafficking) tariffs on February 20, 2026. The Importer of Record — or the licensed broker who filed the original entries — can seek that IEEPA layer back through CBP’s CAPE process. This is not a consumer check, and it is not a guaranteed amount.

Who can file: the original Importer of Record (or that entry’s filing broker), not the retail customer.
Window: IEEPA duties collected from early 2025 through February 24, 2026 (reciprocal rates generally from April 2025; China/Canada/Mexico fentanyl layers started earlier).
Not refundable: Section 232 (steel/aluminum/autos), China Section 301, MFN base duty, or the current Section 301 forced-labor tariff / EU 15% deal rate.

Illustrative example only: $50,000 of IEEPA-period imports from Mexico at the published 10% IEEPA rate carried about $5,000 of IEEPA duty. That IEEPA layer — plus statutory interest (6–7% compounded daily under 19 CFR 24.36) — is what CAPE can refund. Your actual figure comes from your 7501s, not this example.

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Forced-Labor Tariff

10%

232 Steel

50%

232 Aluminum

50%

Section 232 rates shown apply to articles wholly of steel, aluminum, or copper. Since the April 6, 2026 restructuring, qualifying derivative products are dutied at 25% on their full customs value rather than 50%. Verify your product’s classification — the exact 232 treatment depends on HTS code and metal content.

USMCA-qualifying goods continue duty-free. Non-USMCA: 10% Section 301 forced-labor tariff (10% tier — it replaced the expired Section 122 rate on July 24, 2026; unchanged from the prior 10% IEEPA rate). Steel/aluminum 50% Section 232 (doubled June 2025). Auto rules of origin require 75% North American content. July 1, 2026: US announced it will NOT renew USMCA in its current form — the agreement remains in force and preferential 0% treatment is UNCHANGED, but annual reviews are now triggered (expires 2036 only if never extended).

Mexico Import Tariff Overview

Mexico is the largest source of US imports at $466B annually, surpassing China in 2023. USMCA-qualifying goods continue to enter duty-free after the SCOTUS ruling, while non-compliant goods face the 10% Section 301 forced-labor tariff (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026) plus MFN duties.

Mexico's trade with the US is deeply integrated through USMCA and decades of cross-border supply chains, particularly in automotive manufacturing. The 75% regional value content rule for automobiles shapes production decisions across North America. Mexico has also become a major nearshoring destination as companies diversify away from China.

Key Products Imported from Mexico

Top imports include vehicles and auto parts, machinery, electrical equipment, crude oil, medical instruments, and agricultural products such as avocados, berries, tomatoes, and beer. Mexico is the top US supplier of trucks, flat-screen TVs, and fresh produce.

Recent Changes

Feb 20, 2026: SCOTUS struck down IEEPA tariffs; Mexico's rate continues at 10% under the Section 301 forced-labor tariff, which replaced the expired Section 122 baseline on July 24, 2026. Section 232 metals tariffs apply at 50% on articles wholly of steel/aluminum and 25% on derivative products (both on full customs value, after the April 6, 2026 restructuring). USMCA automobile rules of origin require 75% North American content with labor value content provisions. At the July 1, 2026 joint review the US declined to renew USMCA in its current form; the agreement remains in force with 0% preferential treatment unchanged, moving to annual reviews for up to 10 years (expiry July 1, 2036 only if never extended).

Tips for Importers

USMCA compliance is essential — verify that your goods meet rules of origin, including regional value content and tariff shift requirements. For automotive imports, the 75% content threshold and labor value content rules must be met precisely. Maquiladora-produced goods often qualify under USMCA but require careful documentation. With Section 122 now expired and replaced by the Section 301 forced-labor tariff (July 24, 2026), USMCA qualification is more important than ever for long-term tariff certainty.

How Are US Tariffs on Mexico Imports Calculated?

US import duties on goods from Mexico are determined by multiple overlapping tariff authorities. The base layer is the 10% Section 301 forced-labor tariff, which replaced the expired 10% Section 122 tariff on July 24, 2026 and applies to most countries without a separate trade deal. Section 232 tariffs of 50% on steel and 50% on aluminum apply to metals imports, regardless of the forced-labor tariff. Mexico benefits from the USMCA, which can eliminate MFN base duties on qualifying goods — though the forced-labor tariff still applies on top of FTA preferences.

To calculate the total duty on a specific import from Mexico, use our US import duty calculator or landed cost calculator for a complete estimate including Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) and Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF). You can also compare Mexico rates with other countries to evaluate sourcing alternatives.

Already importing from Mexico? If you paid IEEPA duty in 2025–early 2026, start with how to claim an IEEPA refund, the tariff-refunds hub, and CAPE refund status. And if you re-export or manufacture with imported goods, duty drawback can recover up to 99% of eligible duties — a separate program from CAPE.

Rates by Product Sector

Sector	Base Rate	Surcharge	Effective Rate	Notes
Electronics	0%	—	Free	—
Clothing & Apparel	0%	—	Free	—
Automobiles & Parts	0%	—	Free	75% regional content
Steel & Aluminum	0%	+50%	50%	Section 232 50% (doubled June 2025)
Food & Agriculture	0%	—	Free	—
Furniture	0%	—	Free	—

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US States Importing from Mexico

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Mexico Tariffs by Product

Clothing from Mexico0% effective rate Auto Parts from Mexico0% effective rate Food & Agriculture from Mexico0% effective rate Electronics from Mexico0% effective rate Footwear from Mexico10% effective rate Steel from Mexico50% effective rate Furniture from Mexico0% effective rate Machinery from Mexico10% effective rate Plastics from Mexico10% effective rate Toys from Mexico10% effective rate Batteries from Mexico10% effective rate Textiles from Mexico10% effective rate

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mexico still the best nearshoring option after the SCOTUS ruling?

Yes. USMCA provides duty-free treatment regardless of Section 122, making Mexico the most tariff-advantaged large manufacturing base for US imports. With the Section 301 forced-labor tariff now in force, USMCA's permanent framework is a major advantage over non-FTA countries.

How do USMCA auto rules of origin work for Mexican vehicles?

Vehicles must meet 75% North American regional value content, with specific labor value content provisions requiring a portion of work be performed by workers earning at least $16/hour. Vehicles failing these thresholds face the 2.5% MFN duty plus the 10% Section 301 forced-labor tariff (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026).

Do Mexican avocados and produce face tariffs?

Most Mexican agricultural products qualify for duty-free treatment under USMCA. Fresh produce including avocados, berries, and tomatoes enter tariff-free when properly documented. Mexico is the top US supplier of fresh produce.

What happens to maquiladora goods under the forced-labor tariff?

Maquiladora-produced goods typically qualify under USMCA if they meet rules of origin, entering duty-free. Non-qualifying goods face the 10% Section 301 forced-labor tariff (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026). Proper documentation of North American content is critical for maquiladora operations.

Note: Rates shown do not include potential anti-dumping or countervailing duties (AD/CVD), which may apply to specific products and can significantly increase total duty. Consult a customs broker for product-specific rates.