Mexico Unaffected by New US Tariffs, Sheinbaum Says

Mexico's tariff status remains unchanged after the United States announced new Section 301 tariffs targeting goods produced with forced labor, President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed on July 24, 2026. Sheinbaum clarified that products exported under the USMCA (T-MEC) continue to enjoy zero tariffs, except for steel vehicles, while non-USMCA goods retain the existing 10% tariff Source: lajornadamxSource: heraldomx.

What Changed

The U.S. Trade Representative imposed a 10% tariff on imports from 17 countries, including Mexico, citing forced labor concerns. However, Sheinbaum emphasized that Mexico was already subject to a 10% tariff on non-USMCA goods, so the new measure does not alter its position Source: infobae. She described the U.S. decision as "protectionist" and stemming from a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated earlier Trump-era tariffs Source: lajornadamx.

Meeting with USTR

Sheinbaum reported a "very good meeting" with USTR Jamieson Greer, lasting about an hour and a half, where they discussed trade rules, rules of origin, and the U.S. goal of reducing its trade deficit with Mexico. She noted that negotiations are ongoing and no concrete agreements have been reached yet Source: heraldomxSource: lajornadamx. She also argued that U.S. prosperity and Mexican prosperity are interdependent Source: lajornadamx.