Could they also import the German equipment directly into Mexico via a Mexican Seaport under the IMMEX permit?
Answer Thank you for your question – maquiladora market entry services are one of our areas of expertise, and we’ve actually advised a variety of companies about their best options for operating in Mexico (either as maquiladoras, or otherwise). The new IMMEX permit system (which, for those in the public that are reading, has replaced the former maquiladora system) still allows certain imported inputs and capital equipment to be imported “temporarily” into Mexico. Other goods/equipment may also have to be imported through the PROSEC program — a program originally intended to promote the use of NAFTA goods, but has really just added a new importation requirement for certain items. The good news: your logistics company SHOULD be able to tell you if the goods/equipment is eligible for duty-free import, and/or if it would be subject to PROSEC or not (varies by equipment and industry in some cases). Your question — do you ship via the US, or direct — is really one based on what makes the
