OUR SERVICES
CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
Complete management to ensure your merchandise crosses smoothly
Every international shipment entering or leaving Mexico passes through customs. And every customs operation involves documentation, tariff classification, tax payment, regulatory compliance, and coordination with authorities. A single error in any of these steps can mean merchandise being held, fines, additional port storage costs, or even confiscation.
At Supplink, we manage customs clearance from start to finish. We work with specialized customs brokers who are familiar with Mexican, US, and European regulations, and we coordinate every step to ensure your merchandise is released as quickly as possible.
What does our customs clearance service include?
Tariff classification
We determine the correct tariff classification for your product according to the Harmonized System (HS) and the General Import and Export Tariff Law (TIGIE). Incorrect classification is one of the most frequent causes of fines and customs seizures.
Preparation and transmission of the customs declaration
The import or export declaration is the formal declaration submitted to Mexican customs. Our team prepares it with all the required information and transmits it electronically to the customs system (SAAI).
Payment of taxes and contributions
We calculate and manage the payment of all applicable taxes: IGI, import VAT (16%), DTA, and where applicable, IEPS or countervailing duties. We provide you with a clear breakdown of costs before proceeding.
Document review and regulatory compliance
Before your merchandise arrives at customs, we check that all documentation is complete and correct: commercial invoice, packing list, Bill of Lading or Air Waybill, certificate of origin, prior permits, and any required certifications.
Compliance with NOMs
Many products must comply with specific Mexican Official Standards (NOMs) before they can be sold in Mexico. We advise you on which NOMs apply to your product and coordinate the process of obtaining the necessary certifications.
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Customs regimes we handle
Definitive import: the merchandise enters Mexico to remain permanently. This is the most common regime.
Temporary importation: goods enter the country for a specific period without paying taxes, with the condition of their return. Used by companies with the IMMEX program.
Definitive export: merchandise that leaves Mexico with no intention of returning.
Transit of goods: goods that cross Mexican territory destined for another country.
Fiscal deposit: storage in a warehouse authorized by the SAT without paying taxes until final destination is defined.
Foreign trade programs
IMMEX Program: Temporary import of raw materials and inputs for manufacturing and export without paying import taxes.
PROSEC: preferential tariffs for the import of inputs destined for specific industrial sectors.
AEO certification: accredits companies as reliable operators, streamlining customs processes.
Eighth Rule: Importation of inputs and machinery at reduced tariff rates when there is no domestic production.
Customs clearance for imports from China
Tariffs on Chinese products vary significantly, ranging from 2% to over 25%. Mexico does not have a free trade agreement with China. Some products are subject to countervailing duties (antidumping). At Supplink, we have partnerships in China to verify suppliers and coordinate shipments from the port of origin.
Customs clearance for Mexico-USA operations.
We handle Mexican export declarations and documentation with US CBP. We coordinate with brokers in the US. We ensure compliance with FDA, EPA, and USDA regulations. We leverage the USMCA. Main border crossings: Nuevo Laredo, Ciudad Juárez, Tijuana, Nogales.
Customs clearance for Mexico-Spain/Europe operations
With our own office in Madrid, we manage customs operations between Mexico and the EU. We handle documentation for European and Mexican authorities, provide certificates of origin to take advantage of the Mexico-EU trade agreement, and offer advice on European regulations: CE marking, REACH, and phytosanitary regulations.
Common mistakes in customs clearance that cost you money
Incorrect tariff classification. Paying extra duties or facing fines for the wrong tariff item.
Incomplete documentation. Port storage costs of $100-300 USD per day per container.
Failure to consider NOMs. Retention of merchandise or return to the country of origin.
Ignorance of countervailing duties. These can double or triple the base tariff.
Not taking advantage of foreign trade programs. Paying full tariffs when they could be significantly reduced.
Why manage your customs clearance with Supplink?
Specialists in tariff classification. Experience in the three main corridors: Mexico-China, Mexico-USA, and Mexico-Europe. Comprehensive coordination with transportation and warehousing. Constant communication throughout the entire process. Problem prevention, not just reaction.
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