Mexico Top 10 Import Origin Countries in 2023
Mexico Top Import Origins and Sourcing Dependency in 2023 Whole Year
- U.S. dominates: 42.76% share ($255.94B) – primary manufacturing hub for Mexico's imports.
- High concentration risk: Top 3 partners (U.S., Mainland China, Germany) account for 65.39% of total imports.
- Mexico's major suppliers show heavy reliance on North America (U.S. + Canada = 44.95%) and East Asia (China + Japan + South Korea = 25.79%).
- Supply chain vulnerability: Overdependence on U.S. leaves Mexico exposed to unilateral trade policy shifts.
Table: Mexico Top Origin Countries in 2023 (Source: yTrade)
| Origin Countries | Value | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 255.94B | 42.76% |
| Mainland China | 114.19B | 19.08% |
| Germany | 21.23B | 3.55% |
| Japan | 20.62B | 3.45% |
| South Korea | 19.49B | 3.26% |
| Brazil | 13.42B | 2.24% |
| Canada | 13.10B | 2.19% |
| Malaysia | 11.99B | 2.00% |
| Vietnam | 11.58B | 1.94% |
| Thailand | 8.76B | 1.46% |
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Mexico - Key Origin Country Trading Product Pattern
- United States (42.76%): Dominates as Mexico's primary import source, reflecting deeply integrated supply chains, particularly in automotive, machinery, and electronics. Proximity and USMCA terms facilitate massive cross-border trade in both finished goods and components.
- Mainland China (19.08%): Serves as a major supplier of consumer electronics, industrial machinery, and a vast range of intermediate goods. Competitive pricing and manufacturing scale make it a critical, though geographically distant, trading partner.
- Germany (3.55%): Exports high-value capital goods, luxury automobiles, and specialized industrial equipment to Mexico. Its share is built on engineering excellence and a strong reputation in the automotive and chemical sectors.
- Japan (3.45%): Supplies key automotive parts, electronic components, and precision machinery. Japanese investment in Mexican manufacturing bases drives consistent import flows of sophisticated industrial inputs.
- South Korea (3.26%): Is a leading source for semiconductors, displays, and vehicles. Korean multinationals with major production facilities in Mexico create a steady demand for specialized components and technology from the home country.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which countries supply most of Mexico's imports in 2023 Whole Year?
The top 3 suppliers are the United States ($255.94B, 42.76%), Mainland China ($114.19B, 19.08%), and Germany ($21.23B, 3.55%).
Does Mexico rely heavily on a single import supplier?
Yes, the United States is Mexico's primary import source, accounting for 42.76% ($255.94B) of total imports in 2023.
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