Top Mexico Exports 2024 Q3: Market Shift

Mexico's top export product in Q3 2024 was dominated by vehicles and electronics, reflecting deep integration into North American supply chains. Discover the top export destinations with yTrade.

Mexico Export Portfolio Overview in 2024 Q3

  • Dominated by automotive (HS 87, 23.16%) and electronics (HS 85, 17.33%), reflecting deep integration into North American manufacturing chains.
  • High concentration risk: Top three sectors (vehicles, electronics, machinery) account for 57.6% of total exports, creating vulnerability to regional demand shifts and supply chain disruptions.
  • This structure confirms Mexico's role as a critical manufacturing and final assembly hub for US-oriented production, particularly in autos and technology hardware.

Table: Mexico Top Export Product in 2024 Q3 (Source: yTrade)

HS CodeDescriptionValuePercent
87Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and...36.28B23.16%
85Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sou...27.16B17.33%
84Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appli...26.82B17.12%
99Description not available17.21B10.98%
90Optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checki...7.20B4.59%
27Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distill...6.35B4.06%
22Beverages, spirit and vinegar3.23B2.06%
94Furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushio...3.13B2.00%
39Plastics and articles thereof2.88B1.84%
73Articles of iron or steel2.05B1.31%

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Key Driver: Vehicles and Parts (HS 87)

  • Dominated by passenger vehicles (HS 8703, $13.46B), representing 37.1% of the sector's exports.
  • Product type: Finished goods (assembled vehicles) and intermediate goods (parts under HS 8708), indicating full value-chain integration.
  • This dominance stems from Mexico's strategic geographic position, USMCA trade benefits, and mature manufacturing ecosystems attracting major global automakers for export-oriented production.

Table: HS Code 87 Detailed Breakdown

HS CodeValuePercent
870313.46B37.09%
870810.10B27.83%
87049.15B25.21%
87012.70B7.43%
8716746.70M2.06%
8707113.02M0.31%
87149.21M0.03%
87139.09M0.03%
87096.42M0.02%
8712987.000.00%

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Key Driver: Electrical Machinery (HS 85)

  • Led by insulated wire/cable (HS 8544, $4.58B) and telecommunication devices (HS 8517, $3.71B), together comprising 30.5% of sector exports.
  • Acts as a strong complement to automotive dominance, supplying wiring harnesses, electronics, and components for vehicle production and broader industrial use.
  • Its strategic importance lies in reinforcing Mexico’s position in intermediate goods manufacturing and supporting nearshoring trends in electronics supply chains.

Table: HS Code 85 Detailed Breakdown

HS CodeValuePercent
85444.58B16.85%
85173.71B13.64%
85283.28B12.06%
85372.27B8.35%
85041.88B6.93%
85361.46B5.38%
85011.05B3.88%
85431.03B3.80%
8542942.71M3.47%
8512912.08M3.36%

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Key Driver: Nuclear Reactors and Machinery (HS 84)

  • Driven by automatic data processing machines (HS 8471, $9.67B), accounting for 36.1% of the sector.
  • Functions as a stable legacy sector with growth potential, supplying computers, servers, and hardware components essential for digital infrastructure and industrial automation.
  • This reinforces Mexico’s role in mid-to-high-tech manufacturing, diversifying beyond automotive while still serving integrated North American industrial demand.

Table: HS Code 84 Detailed Breakdown

HS CodeValuePercent
84719.67B36.07%
84152.01B7.50%
84731.82B6.79%
84181.69B6.32%
84091.31B4.88%
84211.22B4.55%
8407972.42M3.63%
8411931.49M3.47%
8414930.61M3.47%
8481901.20M3.36%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mexico's largest export commodity in 2024 Q3?

The largest export category is Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof (HS 87), valued at $36.28B. This sector is primarily driven by exports of Passenger vehicles (HS 8703), which alone account for $13.46B (37.09%) of the total.

Which specific Vehicles products does Mexico export most in 2024 Q3?

Within the Vehicles (HS 87) sector, the top exports are Passenger vehicles (HS 8703, $13.46B), Parts & accessories (HS 8708, $10.10B), and Goods transport vehicles (HS 8704, $9.15B), which together account for 90.13% of the sector’s total exports.

Does Mexico export Electrical machinery and equipment in 2024 Q3?

Yes. Electrical machinery and equipment (HS 85) is Mexico’s second-largest export sector, valued at $27.16B. The primary driver is Insulated wires/cables (HS 8544), contributing $4.58B (16.85%) to the sector.

What are the main industries driving Mexico's economy?

Mexico’s economy is heavily reliant on three key sectors:

  1. Vehicles (HS 87, $36.28B, 23.16%)
  2. Electrical machinery (HS 85, $27.16B, 17.33%)
  3. Machinery & mechanical appliances (HS 84, $26.82B, 17.12%)
    Together, these account for 57.61% of total exports, indicating a concentrated export structure.

How to find Mexico Vehicles suppliers?

You can access a list of active suppliers and exporters for Vehicles (HS 87) using the yTrade database, which provides detailed shipment records and company contacts for verified exporters.

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