New e-commerce tariffs take effect

Chinese imports paying some of the highest rates

Published January 4, 2025

New tariffs on products imported to Mexico via e-commerce sites such as Amazon and Temu and international courier companies took effect on Jan. 1.

Ranging from 17% to 19%, the tariffs entered into force the same day a new rule took effect requiring foreign e-commerce companies to pay Mexico’s 16% value-added tax (IVA) on products they export to and sell in Mexico.

Federal tax agency SAT said in a statement that the tariffs were being implemented to “continue strengthening the fight against abusive practices” of foreign companies that import products to Mexico.

SAT also said that surveillance of goods entering Mexico from Asia will be strengthened, which could lengthen delivery times.

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