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.

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.

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.

Incoterms 2020 allow for the establishment of clear rules from the beginning of an operation, which is essential for importers, manufacturers, and logistics professionals seeking greater control and predictability in their shipments.