Steel is one of the most regulated products to import into Mexico. Besides the importer registry, many steel tariff codes require the sector-specific importer registry (Steel and Steel Products sectors) and the automatic import notice for steel products (aviso automático) with Mexico’s Ministry of Economy, and tariffs depend heavily on the country of origin.
Main requirements
- Importer registry and the sector-specific registry (Steel and Steel Products sectors) when the tariff code requires it.
- Automatic import notice for steel products, when it applies.
- Mill certificates and a complete technical description.
- USMCA certification of origin for preferential treatment, if your steel qualifies.
What to check
- Higher tariffs since January 1, 2026 for steel originating in countries without a trade agreement with Mexico.
- Possible antidumping duties depending on origin and product.
- OCTG pipe and steel for the oil and gas industry.
- Oversized loads and handling at the crossing.
How Eilan handles it
- We classify your product in Mexico’s tariff schedule (TIGIE), including its NICO code, before the shipment leaves.
- We check the permits, NOMs (Mexican official standards) and registries that apply to your tariff code and country of origin.
- Mexican clearance in Nuevo Laredo and U.S. entry in Laredo by the same team, plus trucking and warehousing in Laredo, TX.
- If you or your buyer are not yet in Mexico’s importer registry (padrón de importadores), our Mexican importer-of-record service can import for you.
This guide is for information only. Requirements change with the tariff code, origin and customs regime; before every shipment we confirm with you what applies to your case.
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