Mexico is a member of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). The agreement came into force for Mexico on December 30, 2018. The CPTPP aims to reduce tariffs and promote trade among member countries, providing significant market access opportunities for Mexican exporters and investors.
The agreement includes countries such as Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, and Vietnam. For Mexico, the CPTPP is an important platform for diversifying its trade relationships and enhancing economic growth.
Top 5 Food and Drink Exports from the UK to Mexico (with Estimated Figures)
- Whisky – £140 million annually
- Scottish whisky is the top UK export to Mexico, with strong demand for premium spirits, benefiting from CPTPP tariff reductions.
- Confectionery – £35 million annually
- The UK exports chocolate, sweets, and biscuits, with British brands growing in popularity among Mexican consumers.
- Gin – £22 million annually
- Breakfast Cereals – £15 million annually
- Luxury Biscuits – £12 million annually
- Cheese – £9 million annually
- Energy Bars – £7 million annually
- Sparkling Water – £5 million annually
- Christmas Puddings – £3 million annually
- Organic Honeys – £2 million annually
With CPTPP improving tariff reductions and trade access, UK food and drink exports to Mexico are expected to increase further, particularly in whisky and confectionery sectors.
For more information about our logistics services to and from the UK to Mexico, please email trading@cptpp.co.uk
Success Story: Edinburgh Gin's 300% growth after targeting Mexico City's cocktail bars with bespoke tequila-cask finishes.
Key Regulations
– COFEPRIS sanitary registration required
– NOM-051 nutrition labelling standards
– 20% tax on sugar-sweetened beverages
– Halal certification advantageous in certain regions
Key UK Export Codes for Mexico (Food & Beverages)
| Product | UK Export Code (Trade Tariff) | Mexican Import Code (TIGIE 2024) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotch Whisky | 2208 30 00 00 |
2208.30.01 |
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| Aged Cheddar Cheese | 0406 90 31 00 |
0406.90.99 |
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| Chocolate (>2kg blocks) | 1806 31 00 00 |
1806.31.01 |
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| Gin | 2208 70 00 00 |
2208.70.01 |
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| Smoked Salmon | 1604 11 00 00 |
1604.11.01 |
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| Black Tea (Packaged) | 0902 30 00 00 |
0902.30.99 |
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| Malt Beer | 2203 00 00 00 |
2203.00.01 |