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How to identify the Non-Tariff Regulations and Restrictions applicable to a merchandise?
Once the tariff classification of a merchandise is determined, the next step is to identify the Non-Tariff Regulations and Restrictions (RRNA) that could apply to its import or export.
The Map of Non-Tariff Regulations and Restrictions and Harmonized System, available at the National Foreign Trade Information Service (SNICE), is an official tool that allows identifying the regulatory agreements related to a tariff classification and guiding the consultation of the applicable regulations.
Regulatory Guide: Cosmetic labeling requirements in Mexico
Cosmetic labeling is one of the key elements for demonstrating regulatory compliance while providing consumers with clear and accurate product information.
NOM-141-SSA1/SCFI-2012 establishes the sanitary and commercial labeling requirements applicable to prepackaged cosmetic products marketed in Mexico.
How to classify a cosmetic product in Mexico: a regulatory case study
One of the most common mistakes when introducing a cosmetic product into the Mexican market is assuming that its regulatory classification depends solely on its formulation.
In this article, we analyze a case study that reflects a common situation faced by international manufacturers seeking to introduce cosmetic products into the Mexican market.
New COFEPRIS Guide: Optimization and agility in the Sanitary Registration of Medical Devices
Seeking to unify current Equivalence Agreements and the Abbreviated Regulatory Pathway, the Federal Commission for Protection against Sanitary Risks (COFEPRIS) has published the Requirements Guide for the Sanitary Registration of Medical Devices.
Dietary Supplement classification: Scope of the new COFEPRIS Guide
COFEPRIS has published the "Non-Regulatory Guide for the Classification of Products as Dietary Supplements." This technical document compiles the requirements of national legislation through a self-assessment format and a decision-making diagram to determine whether a product belongs in this category.
Importing doesn't end at customs: how to prepare for an inspection by the authorities
The release of goods from customs does not mark the end of the importer's obligations. Tax, customs, and health authorities possess verification powers that allow them to audit the legal status, traceability, and regulatory compliance of merchandise, even years after an operation has been concluded.
Prórroga de la Manifestación de Valor Electrónica
El pasado 02 de junio de 2026, el Servicio de Administración Tributaria (SAT) dio a conocer la versión anticipada de la segunda resolución de modificaciones a las Reglas Generales de Comercio Exterior (RGCE) para el presente ejercicio. En dicha publicación, se establece formalmente la extensión del plazo de obligatoriedad para transmitir la Manifestación de Valor electrónica (MVe) hasta el 31 de julio de 2026.
RAUpdate: Prohibition of Erythrosine (Red 3 FD&C) in the Mexican Food Industry
The Mexican Ministry of Health (Secretaría de Salud) has issued an Agreement to eliminate the use of the coloring agent Erythrosine and its lakes (Red 3 FD&C) in food, beverages, and dietary supplements. This measure responds to a risk analysis that determined that the population's exposure exceeds internationally established safety limits.
RAUpdate New NOM-137-SSA1-2025: Requirements for Medical Device labeling in Mexico
On May 19, 2026, Mexico's Ministry of Health published the new NOM-137-SSA1-2025 in the Official Gazette of the Federation (DOF), which completely replaces the version in force since 2008.
Key aspects of Non-Tariff Regulations and Restrictions for importing into Mexico
Non-tariff regulations and restrictions (RRNA by its Spanish acronym) are mandatory requirements that regulate the entry and exit of merchandise in Mexico, beyond the payment of taxes.