Mexico mulls stricter anti-dumping duties on Chinese goods amid USMCA talks
Mexico is reviewing the possibility of adding new anti-dumping duties and higher tariffs on certain Chinese imports, such as steel and vehicles, as President Claudia Sheinbaum seeks a USMCA extension.
Mexico's economy and finance ministries are currently examining the introduction of further anti-dumping measures and higher import taxes on selected goods from China and other nations. Steel products and vehicles have been highlighted as likely targets, though no definitive plan has been presented. The ministries indicated that they are holding consultations with industry groups, similar to the process that produced a tariff package on Asian imports earlier this year.
Ongoing investigations will assess whether imports are being sold below production costs, which could trigger new duties. These steps aim to deepen Mexico's alignment with the United States as President Claudia Sheinbaum pursues a multi-year extension of the USMCA pact and seeks to strengthen domestic manufacturing amid weak investment. The strategy also reflects broader efforts to balance trade relations while supporting local industry growth.
Why it matters
New tariffs could reshape Mexico's trade balance with China and affect domestic manufacturers and consumers.
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