Estimate USMCA preferential duty rates, Section 232 duties, and total landed costs when importing goods from Mexico to the United States.
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Utilize the Harmonized Tariff Schedule for accurate product classification and tariff determination.
Do Mexican goods qualify for duty-free entry under USMCA?
Goods that meet USMCA rules of origin — including regional value content and tariff shift requirements — enter the US duty-free or at preferential rates. Non-qualifying goods pay standard MFN rates. The importer must obtain a USMCA certificate of origin from the Mexican supplier.
What is the USMCA and how does it affect Mexico imports?
USMCA (US-Mexico-Canada Agreement) replaced NAFTA in 2020. It provides duty-free or reduced tariff rates for qualifying goods produced in North America. Qualifying rules vary by product category and require meeting specific regional value content and tariff classification change requirements.
Do Mexico imports face Section 232 tariffs?
Yes. Section 232 steel (25%) and aluminum (10%) tariffs apply to Mexican imports. USMCA does not exempt Mexican steel and aluminum from Section 232 duties. A TRQ arrangement allows limited volumes to enter at reduced rates.
Is there an IEEPA tariff on Mexico imports?
Yes. A separate 25% IEEPA tariff was imposed on non-USMCA goods under an executive order related to fentanyl. USMCA-qualifying goods are exempt from this IEEPA tariff. This is distinct from the reciprocal tariff orders affecting other countries.
What AD/CVD orders affect Mexico imports?
Active AD/CVD orders on Mexican goods include: certain steel pipe products, cement, sugar, and fresh tomatoes. Mexico has historically been subject to investigations in the steel and agricultural sectors. Verify by HTS code in the ITA AD/CVD database.
How do I calculate import duties from Mexico to the US?
Enter the HTS code, product value, and select Mexico as the country of origin. The calculator checks USMCA qualification, applies the preferential or MFN rate, and adds any Section 232 surcharge for steel and aluminum.
Can Mexico tariff rates change?
Yes. USMCA is subject to a joint review in 2026 and every six years thereafter. Section 232 tariff rates are set by executive order. AD/CVD rates are reviewed annually. IEEPA tariffs can be modified or removed by executive action.
Enter the Harmonized System code (2–10 digits)
Select the country where goods originate
10% baseline tariff on most imports. Took effect Feb 24, 2026 after IEEPA was voided. Expires after 150 days.
50% on steel/aluminum, 25% on autos, 30% on furniture, 10% on lumber. These remain in effect permanently.
25% on Lists 1–3, 15% on List 4B (raised Jan 2026). Applies only to Chinese imports. Averages ~20%.
Updated March 2026 — IEEPA tariffs voided (Feb 20, 2026). Section 122 (10%) + Section 232 now apply. Click headers to sort.
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Mexico is the United States’ largest trading partner by volume. USMCA rules of origin requirements, Section 232 duties, and product-specific AD/CVD orders make accurate tariff calculation essential.
Determining whether a product qualifies for USMCA is critical — non-qualifying goods face MFN rates plus potential IEEPA surcharges.
For active duty orders, consult the ITA AD/CVD database. Verify current rates and procedures at CBP.gov and check USTR’s USMCA page for policy updates before finalizing Mexico shipments.
Frequently asked questions
What costs does this calculator include?
The calculator covers the USMCA preferential rate or MFN rate (HTS-based), Section 232 surcharges on non-USMCA steel and aluminum, IEEPA tariffs on non-qualifying goods, and active AD/CVD rates. Customs value is calculated on a CIF basis. MPF and HMF apply at entry but are not included.
How does USMCA affect tariffs from Mexico?
Goods that meet USMCA rules of origin qualify for 0% or reduced duty. Non-qualifying goods pay the applicable MFN rate plus any IEEPA tariff. USMCA eligibility depends on regional value content and tariff shift rules that vary by HTS chapter. Proper certification of origin is required.
What replaced IEEPA tariffs on Mexico imports?
The Supreme Court struck down IEEPA-based tariffs on Feb 20, 2026, in a 6-3 ruling. Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 now provides the authority for emergency global tariffs. CBP is currently collecting at 10% on non-USMCA-qualifying Mexico imports under Section 122. USMCA-qualifying goods remain duty-free. Mexican steel and aluminum also face Section 232 duties. Verify at CBP.gov.
Is Mexico subject to Section 301 tariffs?
No. Section 301 applies exclusively to Chinese-origin goods. Mexican goods pay USMCA or MFN rates plus applicable Section 232 and IEEPA duties. However, goods transshipped through Mexico to circumvent Section 301 are subject to CBP investigation and potential Section 301 liability.
Which Mexican goods face the most US tariff exposure?
Non-USMCA goods with significant non-North American content face the 25% IEEPA tariff. Steel and aluminum not meeting USMCA rules face Section 232. Agricultural goods — tomatoes, avocados, peppers — have specific trade arrangements. Maquiladora goods using Chinese inputs require careful USMCA origin analysis.
How do I find my HTS code for this calculator?
Your HTS code is the 10-digit number that determines your base duty rate and tariff eligibility for goods imported from Mexico. Use the USITC HTS database to search by product description. The first 6 digits follow the international Harmonized System; digits 7-10 are US-specific. Enter the 10-digit code in Captain’s calculator to get MFN rates, Section 232 exposure, and active AD/CVD orders for Mexico goods.
What is Section 122 and how does it affect this calculator?
Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 authorizes the President to impose an emergency global tariff of up to 15% on imports for up to 150 days. After the Supreme Court struck down IEEPA tariffs on Feb 20, 2026, Section 122 became the operative authority for the 10% global emergency rate. CBP is currently collecting at 10% on most Mexico goods under Section 122. Captain includes this rate in all landed cost calculations for Mexico imports.
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