Key Takeaway Taxes for manufacturing in Mexico span six distinct categories: a 30% corporate income tax, a 16% value-added tax (IVA), mandatory employee profit sharing, employer social security contributions of 25% to 35%, state payroll taxes, and Safe Harbor transfer pricing compliance. Since January 1, 2025, all maquiladora operations must comply with mandatory Safe Harbor … Continued
Mexico’s 2026 minimum wage is $315.04 MXN per day (~$17.50 USD) for the general zone and $440.87 MXN per day (~$24.49 USD) for the Northern Border Free Zone. While most manufacturing employers already pay above these floors, minimum wage increases cascade through the entire compensation structure by raising IMSS contribution bases, benefits tied to minimum … Continued
When most people think of products made in Mexico, they think of avocados, tequila, and maybe the pickup truck in their driveway. They’re not wrong — Mexico is the world’s fifth-largest vehicle producer. But automotive is one segment of a manufacturing base that now includes Class III medical implants, turbine blades for commercial jet engines, … Continued
Manufacturing in Mexico is how more than 5,000 foreign companies produce goods for the North American market. Competitive labor costs, integrated supply chains, and preferential trade access to 52 countries through 14 free trade agreements make it the most established nearshore manufacturing platform in the Western Hemisphere. In 2024, U.S.-Mexico bilateral trade reached $806.1 billion, … Continued
Mexico offers manufacturers one of the strongest paths to protecting margins and scaling capacity, but only if you build your cost models around how Mexico actually works. Today’s manufacturers face intense pressure. Costs are climbing. Skilled teams are harder to build. Customers want faster delivery, closer to their own operations. Meanwhile, global supply chains have … Continued
Why manufacturers expand into Mexico Most companies don’t set up operations in Mexico just to check a box or plant another flag. They do it to solve serious strategic challenges: Protecting margins under sustained global cost pressure, Building capacity closer to key North American customers, Accessing reliable labor availability and motivation at scale And reducing … Continued
Mexico’s thriving manufacturing landscape offers lucrative opportunities for companies considering offshore manufacturing. With its strategic location, skilled workforce, and favorable trade agreements like the USMCA, Mexico has emerged as a top destination for offshore manufacturing operations. The top three manufacturing sectors in Mexico–the automotive, aerospace, and medical device industries–have capitalized on Mexico’s advantages, leveraging its … Continued
Nearshore manufacturing in Mexico fosters a paradigm of cross-border collaboration, where companies strategically align with partners across international boundaries to optimize production processes and supply chain efficiencies. By establishing manufacturing operations in Mexico, companies can leverage the expertise and resources of local partners while maintaining close coordination with their home offices. This collaborative approach facilitates … Continued
The Mexican electricity market has undergone significant transformations driven by the 2013 Energy Reform, which was fully implemented in 2016. This reform marked a pivotal moment, opening up Mexico’s power market to private investors and fostering competition. Previously dominated by government entities like the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE), the market now welcomes private companies, encouraging … Continued
In navigating the challenges posed by tariffs and disruptions in the promotional products industry, exploring alternative manufacturing options becomes imperative. One such solution lies in leveraging Mexico’s strategic position within global trade networks. By establishing manufacturing operations in Mexico, promotional product suppliers can tap into a well-connected infrastructure that facilitates seamless trade across borders. Mexico’s … Continued
