{"id":1579,"date":"2026-09-20T00:13:48","date_gmt":"2026-09-20T00:13:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eilantrade.com\/?page_id=1579"},"modified":"2026-10-01T02:54:57","modified_gmt":"2026-10-01T02:54:57","slug":"import-from-mexico-into-the-us-requirements","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/eilantrade.com\/en\/import-from-mexico-into-the-us-requirements\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Import From Mexico Into the United States: Requirements and Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bringing goods from Mexico into the United States is a repeatable process once your importer setup and classification are right. Eilan Trade Solutions is a U.S. and Mexico customs brokerage: we file the U.S. entry and the Mexican side, so freight moves fast and smooth in both directions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Before your first shipment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An importer of record number (an IRS employer number or a CBP-assigned number)<\/li>\n\n<li>A customs bond, single-entry or continuous<\/li>\n\n<li>A power of attorney authorizing your customs broker to file for you<\/li>\n\n<li>The correct HTS tariff classification and value for the goods<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Documents for each shipment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Commercial invoice and packing list<\/li>\n\n<li>Bill of lading or carrier documents<\/li>\n\n<li>USMCA certification of origin when claiming preferential duty<\/li>\n\n<li>Permits, licenses or notices from other agencies when the product requires them<\/li>\n\n<li>The entry filed in ACE by your customs broker<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Duties, fees and other agencies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Duties depend on the HTS classification and the origin of the goods. USMCA-qualifying goods can enter duty-free or at reduced duty, and some products are also subject to additional duties such as Section 232 or 301. A merchandise processing fee normally applies. Food, agricultural and regulated products can also require clearance from agencies such as FDA (including Prior Notice), USDA\/APHIS or EPA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Eilan helps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>U.S. and Mexico customs brokers: we clear it both ways<\/li>\n\n<li>Classification, USMCA origin and permits handled with the entry<\/li>\n\n<li>Hazmat shipments handled<\/li>\n\n<li>Bonded warehouse space, in-bond services, cross-dock and transloading in Laredo, with 200,000 sq ft of warehouse capacity<\/li>\n\n<li>A team that answers email 24\/7<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do I need a customs broker to import into the United States?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Importers are not legally required to use a broker for every entry, but most do, because ACE filing, classification, valuation and compliance are complex. Eilan is a U.S. and Mexico customs brokerage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do I need a customs bond?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most commercial imports require a customs bond, either a single-entry bond for one shipment or a continuous bond for ongoing imports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I use more than one customs broker?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. A U.S. importer may grant power of attorney to more than one customs broker at the same time, so you can add Eilan for a lane or a program without ending an existing relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if my goods need permits from other agencies?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the product, FDA, USDA\/APHIS, EPA or DOT requirements may apply. Eilan classifies the product first and then confirms which apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to move a shipment? Call <a href=\"tel:+19567174150\">+1 (956) 717-4150<\/a>, email <a href=\"mailto:operations@eilantrade.com\">operations@eilantrade.com<\/a>, or use our <a href=\"\/en\/contacto\/\">contact page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"eilan-rfq\" style=\"margin:2.5rem 0;padding:1.75rem;border-left:6px solid #D4AF37;background:#0C2340;border-radius:6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 .4rem;font-size:.78rem;letter-spacing:.14em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#D4AF37;font-weight:700;\">Get a quote<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 .9rem;font-size:1.45rem;line-height:1.25;font-weight:700;color:#ffffff;\">Send us the shipment. We answer email 24\/7.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 .6rem;color:#e8edf4;\">Send these details and you get a straight answer on what it takes, how long it takes and what it costs:<\/p>\n<ol style=\"margin:0 0 1.2rem 1.15rem;color:#e8edf4;line-height:1.7;\"><li>Product description and HS code, or the commercial invoice<\/li><li>Quantity, weight and packaging<\/li><li>Origin and destination<\/li><li>Direction: into Mexico, into the U.S., or in-bond<\/li><li>Your dates, and any special handling<\/li><\/ol>\n<p style=\"margin:0;\"><a href=\"tel:+19567174150\" style=\"display:inline-block;margin:0 .5rem .5rem 0;padding:.7rem 1.15rem;background:#D4AF37;color:#0C2340;font-weight:700;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;\">Call +1 (956) 717-4150<\/a><a href=\"mailto:operations@eilantrade.com?subject=Quote%20request%20-%20Eilan%20Trade%20Solutions&amp;body=Product%20%2F%20HS%20code%3A%0D%0AQuantity%2C%20weight%2C%20packaging%3A%0D%0AOrigin%3A%0D%0ADestination%3A%0D%0ADirection%20(into%20Mexico%20%2F%20into%20the%20U.S.%20%2F%20in-bond)%3A%0D%0ATarget%20dates%3A%0D%0ASpecial%20handling%20(hazmat%2C%20temperature%2C%20bonded)%3A%0D%0ACompany%20and%20contact%3A\" style=\"display:inline-block;margin:0 .5rem .5rem 0;padding:.7rem 1.15rem;border:1px solid #D4AF37;color:#D4AF37;font-weight:700;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;\">Email the details<\/a><a href=\"\/en\/request-a-quote\/\" style=\"display:inline-block;margin:0 .5rem .5rem 0;padding:.7rem 1.15rem;border:1px solid #D4AF37;color:#D4AF37;font-weight:700;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;\">Request a quote<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">En espa&ntilde;ol: c&oacute;mo importar de M&eacute;xico a Estados Unidos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Para importar a Estados Unidos normalmente se necesita: un n&uacute;mero de importador (IRS o asignado por CBP), una fianza aduanal (sencilla o continua), un poder para su agente aduanal, la clasificaci&oacute;n HTS correcta, y factura comercial, lista de empaque, documento de transporte y certificaci&oacute;n de origen T-MEC cuando aplique. Su agente aduanal presenta la entrada en ACE. Eilan despacha en ambos lados: llame al <a href=\"tel:+19567174150\">+1 (956) 717-4150<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Related guides: <a href=\"\/en\/usmca-tmec-certificate-of-origin-guide\/\">USMCA (T-MEC) certification of origin<\/a> &middot; <a href=\"\/en\/in-bond-shipments-explained-te-it-ie\/\">in-bond shipments explained<\/a> &middot; <a href=\"\/en\/how-to-choose-customs-broker-laredo-checklist\/\">how to choose a customs broker<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eilan-es-cta wp-block-paragraph\">\u00bfPrefiere atenci\u00f3n en espa\u00f1ol? <a href=\"\/contacto\/\">Solicite su cotizaci\u00f3n en espa\u00f1ol<\/a> o llame al <a href=\"tel:+19567174150\">+1 (956) 717-4150<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"eilan-subscribe\" style=\"margin:2.25rem 0;padding:1.5rem;border:1px solid #0C234033;border-left:6px solid #0C2340;background:#f6f8fb;border-radius:6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 .35rem;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:700;color:#0C2340;\">U.S.&ndash;Mexico trade updates<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 .9rem;color:#33415c;\">Rule changes, permit requirements and crossing conditions that affect your freight. 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