• China is Mexico’s second largest trading partner.
• Mexico is China’s second largest trading partner in Latin America.

CFC has over 20 years of experience offering freight shipping services between China and Mexico. The most important for us is to make sure your shipment from China arrives safely, securely, and on time at its final destination in Mexico. We make the China-Mexico shipping easy.

Mexico Customs

For tax purposes, all Mexican importers must register and be listed with the Official Register of Importers (Padrón de Importadores). To be eligible to import more than 400 different items (including agricultural products, textiles, chemicals, electronics, and auto parts), Mexican importers must apply to the SHCP to be listed in these sector registries.

The basic Mexican import document is the Customs Declaration Form for customs clearance (Pedimento de Importación). Mexico requires import and export documentation including a completed pedimento for all commercial crossings. This document must be accompanied by a commercial invoice (in Spanish), a bill of lading, documents demonstrating guarantee of payment of additional duties for undervalued goods, if applicable, and, if applicable, documents demonstrating compliance with Mexican product safety and performance regulations.

In addition to import tax, importers must also pay 16% value-added tax and 0.8% customs fees on the tax-paid amount.

Sea Freight from China to Mexico

Looking for safe, cost-effective ocean freight services to Mexico? We are your perfect logistics partner, offering door-to-door, door-to-port, port-to-door and port-to-port ocean transportation services to Mexico from China.

Our vast network of ocean freight carriers allows us to offer a wide range of ocean freight forwarding shipping services that will accommodate any type of cargo or project. Whatever you need to ship, wherever it needs to go, you will always be connected to your precious sea freight cargo.

Top Container Ports in Mexico

According to data from the Mexican Navy, there are 118 Mexican maritime ports and terminals, distributed along the Pacific coast, the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean. The main ports in Mexico are as follows:

Veracruz Port

This port is the largest port on the east coast of Mexico. Its service market is the Atlantic Basin on the east coast of America. It is known as the “Eastern Gateway” of Mexico. Veracruz Port is the industrial and commercial center of Mexico and a distribution center for agricultural products on the east coast of the country. It is also an important railway, highway hub and international airport in eastern Mexico.

Lázaro Cárdenas Port

This port is located on the South Pacific coast of Mexico, between Mexico City and Guadalajara, the two major central cities of Mexico. This port is the only port on the Pacific side of Mexico that can provide direct international railway transit services to the United States. This port is also the only port in Mexico that can accommodate 150,000-ton heavy ships.

Manzanillo Port

This port is adjacent to the Pacific Ocean. It is the sea access gateway to Colima State and the largest port on the Pacific coast of Mexico. The Port of Manzanillo is connected to the industrial hinterland by rail and road, and has convenient transportation to the Pacific coast and the west coast of America.

China is the largest trading destination for the Port of Manzanillo.

Port of Ensenada

Located on the Pacific coast of Baja California, Mexico, the port has close ties with Asia.

Sea Freight Cost from China to Mexico

We offer full container load services to Mexico in 20ft and 40ft containers.

Our ocean consolidation service is the best solution if your shipment cannot fill an entire container. When using this service, the rate applicable is based on the volume of the cargo. Weight-based pricing applies, however, if the cargo exceeds the maximum permitted weight per cubic meter.

If you’re trying to calculate how much your international shipment will cost, you probably know by now it’s not exactly a straightforward affair. Although there are a number of set costs that you will always have to consider – your shipment’s dimensions, the container you choose, the Incoterm to be applied or the port of origin and destination – there are other variables (extra costs for sensitive cargo, for instance) you will have to factor in.

For instance, the port-to-port container rate from FOB Shenzhen China to Manzanillo is $3,500 for 1x40HC.

Sea Freight Transit Time from China to Mexico

The estimated transit time for shipping a container to Mexico will evidently vary depending on the chosen port of origin & port of destination, the ocean carrier and route selected.

On average, a shipment leaving Shanghai (China) for Manzanillo (Mexico) by ocean will take 20-25 days.

Air Freight from China to Mexico

Thanks to our vast network of air freight carriers we offer daily and weekly departures to Mexico international airports, and a wide variety of shipping options, including airport-to-airport, airport-to-door, door-to-airport, and air door-to-door.

Top Airports in Mexico

In Mexico, air transport is an essential part of the overall transportation system, both domestically and internationally. The country has a wide range of airports, including major international hubs and numerous regional airports.

Mexico City Airport also known as Benito Juarez International Airport (IATA: MEX) is the busiest and largest airport in Mexico. It is the capital’s airport in the eastern part of Mexico City, and serves as the main hub for international and domestic flights.

Mexico City Felipe Ángeles International Airport (IATA: NLU), serving as the second airport for Greater Mexico City, is also set to become Mexico’s largest air cargo hub. For air cargo, Mexico has declared that freighters can fly only into Felipe Angeles International Airport and are no longer permitted at Mexico City International Airport.

Other major airports in Mexico are:

• Cancún International Airport – CUN
• Los Cabos International Airport – SJD
• Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport – PVR
• Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport – GDL
• General Mariano Escobedo International Airport – MTY

Air Freight Cost from China to Mexico

It is the fastest mode of freight shipping between China and Mexico. It is ideal for shipping high-value or time-sensitive goods like electronics, medical equipment, and perishable goods.

Here at CFC, we offer flexible air freight solutions to help our clients achieve their business goals. We maintain the highest standard in shipping and customer service, and we can help you streamline your supply chain. Air freight can help you cut down on delivery times and prevent theft.

Air freight might not be right for every business, since air rate is high and changes often. For instance, the air door-to-door rate is rough $8.50 per kilograms except Mexico customs fees may apply.

Air Freight Transit Time from China to Mexico

Currently, there are no direct passenger flights between China and Mexico, but it is possible to reach Mexico via transfers in many countries in Europe (France, Germany, Spain, etc.), Asia (Japan, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, etc.), North America (the United States, Canada) or South America.

The express courier such as DHL / FedEx / UPS takes 4-6 working days, while economical route takes 7-10 days.

Working with CFC

You will enjoy a China-Mexico cross-border freight transportation experience hassle-free by working with CFC. The Mexico destination can be Mexico City, Ciudad Juárez, Ecatepec de Morelos, Durango, Puebla, Guadalajara, Ciudad Nezahualcóyotl and beyond.

Our team of experts can provide you with the best shipping rates as well as superior freight forwarding services. You will be given expert shipping assessment, superior customer support, and tracking management. The combination of our experience, skills, and local contacts guarantees that your goods will reach Mexico quickly, safely, and worry-free.

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