Mexico Top 10 Export Destination Countries in 2023 Q1

In Q1 2023, Mexico's top export destination was the U.S. (79.75% share), with North America dominating trade via yTrade—revealing heavy reliance on regional markets.

Mexico Top Export Destinations and Market Reach in 2023 Q1

  • Dominant Market: The U.S. accounted for 79.75% ($112.52B) of Mexico’s exports, solidifying its role as the primary consumption market.
  • Market Dependence: Top 3 Mexico export destinations (U.S., Canada, China) represented 84.15% of total exports, indicating high reliance on a narrow buyer base.
  • Regional Focus: 82.54% of exports went to North America (U.S. + Canada), with minimal diversification to distant economies (China, Germany, South Korea combined: 3.86%).

Table: Mexico Top Destination Countries in 2023 Q1 (Source: yTrade)

Destination CountriesValuePercent
United States112.52B79.75%
Canada3.94B2.79%
Mainland China2.28B1.61%
Germany2.11B1.49%
South Korea1.08B0.76%
Brazil1.07B0.76%
Japan906.73M0.64%
Colombia772.07M0.55%
United Kingdom769.56M0.55%
Guatemala701.47M0.50%

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Mexico - Key Destination Country Trading Product Pattern

  • United States (79.75%): Serves as Mexico's dominant export market, primarily absorbing manufactured goods, automotive parts, and electronics under the USMCA trade agreement. This reflects deep integration in North American supply chains.
  • Canada (2.79%): Imports Mexican vehicles, machinery, and agricultural products, benefiting from tariff-free access under the same regional trade pact that governs U.S. trade.
  • Mainland China (1.61%): Buys Mexican copper, automotive components, and food products, though the trade relationship is heavily weighted in China's favor as an exporter to Mexico.
  • Germany (1.49%): Sources Mexican automotive parts, electrical equipment, and medical instruments, connecting Mexico's manufacturing sector to Europe's industrial core.
  • South Korea (0.76%): Imports Mexican auto parts, minerals, and optical instruments, with trade flows supported by the Mexico-South Korea free trade agreement.
  • Brazil (0.76%): Purchases Mexican vehicles, electronics, and machinery, representing a key commercial relationship within Latin America's largest economies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which countries are the top destinations for Mexico's exports in 2023 Q1?

The top 3 destinations are the United States ($112.52B), Canada ($3.94B), and Mainland China ($2.28B).

What is the dominant export market for Mexico?

The United States is the primary buyer, accounting for 79.75% ($112.52B) of Mexico's total exports in Q1 2023.

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