Top Mexico Exports 2024 Q3: Market Shift
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 Code | Description | Value | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 87 | Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and... | 36.28B | 23.16% |
| 85 | Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sou... | 27.16B | 17.33% |
| 84 | Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appli... | 26.82B | 17.12% |
| 99 | Description not available | 17.21B | 10.98% |
| 90 | Optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checki... | 7.20B | 4.59% |
| 27 | Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distill... | 6.35B | 4.06% |
| 22 | Beverages, spirit and vinegar | 3.23B | 2.06% |
| 94 | Furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushio... | 3.13B | 2.00% |
| 39 | Plastics and articles thereof | 2.88B | 1.84% |
| 73 | Articles of iron or steel | 2.05B | 1.31% |
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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 Code | Value | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 8703 | 13.46B | 37.09% |
| 8708 | 10.10B | 27.83% |
| 8704 | 9.15B | 25.21% |
| 8701 | 2.70B | 7.43% |
| 8716 | 746.70M | 2.06% |
| 8707 | 113.02M | 0.31% |
| 8714 | 9.21M | 0.03% |
| 8713 | 9.09M | 0.03% |
| 8709 | 6.42M | 0.02% |
| 8712 | 987.00 | 0.00% |
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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 Code | Value | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 8544 | 4.58B | 16.85% |
| 8517 | 3.71B | 13.64% |
| 8528 | 3.28B | 12.06% |
| 8537 | 2.27B | 8.35% |
| 8504 | 1.88B | 6.93% |
| 8536 | 1.46B | 5.38% |
| 8501 | 1.05B | 3.88% |
| 8543 | 1.03B | 3.80% |
| 8542 | 942.71M | 3.47% |
| 8512 | 912.08M | 3.36% |
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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 Code | Value | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 8471 | 9.67B | 36.07% |
| 8415 | 2.01B | 7.50% |
| 8473 | 1.82B | 6.79% |
| 8418 | 1.69B | 6.32% |
| 8409 | 1.31B | 4.88% |
| 8421 | 1.22B | 4.55% |
| 8407 | 972.42M | 3.63% |
| 8411 | 931.49M | 3.47% |
| 8414 | 930.61M | 3.47% |
| 8481 | 901.20M | 3.36% |
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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:
- Vehicles (HS 87, $36.28B, 23.16%)
- Electrical machinery (HS 85, $27.16B, 17.33%)
- 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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