BONUS
Tariff Mitigation Checklist
Mexico–U.S.–Canada
www.mexicomgroup.com
BONUS
Know Your Exposure
List all imported inputs and their countries of originIdentify components and semi-finished goods subject to dutiesClassify your finished goods with the correct tariff codesStay updated on retaliatory tariffs and 2025 revisions in U.S., Mexico, and Canada
www.mexicomgroup.com
BONUS
Understand USMCA & Rules of Origin
Confirm if your products qualify for 0% tariff treatmentCalculate Regional Value Content (RVC) thresholds (e.g., 75% for autos) Apply substantial transformation rules to determine originDocument value-added content in each country
www.mexicomgroup.com
BONUS
Adapt Sourcing & Supply Chain Strategy
Nearshore or reshore production to Mexico or CanadaUse alternative suppliers within the USMCA regionShip In-Bond and consolidate cargo at border warehousesExplore transloading or repackaging to change classification
Mexicom USA’s warehouse supports In-Bond Dispatch
Learn more
www.mexicomgroup.com
BONUS
Run Tariff Impact Scenarios
Use digital tools or spreadsheets to model cost differencesCompare sourcing scenarios: China vs. Mexico Estimate how shifts affect total landed cost, lead time, and capacityEvaluate modal changes: rail vs. truckload, port vs. border crossings
Tip: Use AI-powered scenario modeling tools.
www.mexicomgroup.com
BONUS
Communicate Clearly with Stakeholders
Summarize 1–3 mitigation strategies for quick internal reviewUse dashboards or visuals to show cost savings and routing options Speak in metrics relevant to each audience (CFO = cost-to-serve; Ops = service level) Prepare contingency plans for fast-changing tariff shiftsInvolve your Tranportations and Logistics Provider early
www.mexicomgroup.com
BONUS
Communicate Clearly with Stakeholders
Summarize 1–3 mitigation strategies for quick internal reviewUse dashboards or visuals to show cost savings and routing options Speak in metrics relevant to each audience (CFO = cost-to-serve; Ops = service level) Prepare contingency plans for fast-changing tariff shiftsInvolve your Tranportations and Logistics Provider early
www.mexicomgroup.com
BONUS
Free Webinar (in Spanish)
Attend our Webinar : How Exporters Are Reducing U.S. Tariffs by Up to 50% in 2025 (In Spanish)🗓 Date: Tuesday, July 1st🕔 Time: 5:00 p.m. (Mexico City time)
Register here
www.mexicomgroup.com
Tariff Mitigation Checklist
Marben Acosta
Created on June 12, 2025
Here’s a Tariff Mitigation Checklist adapted for companies shipping freight between Mexico, the U.S., and Canada, integrating the most relevant supply chain and customs strategies with practical steps
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BONUS
Tariff Mitigation Checklist
Mexico–U.S.–Canada
www.mexicomgroup.com
BONUS
Know Your Exposure
List all imported inputs and their countries of originIdentify components and semi-finished goods subject to dutiesClassify your finished goods with the correct tariff codesStay updated on retaliatory tariffs and 2025 revisions in U.S., Mexico, and Canada
www.mexicomgroup.com
BONUS
Understand USMCA & Rules of Origin
Confirm if your products qualify for 0% tariff treatmentCalculate Regional Value Content (RVC) thresholds (e.g., 75% for autos) Apply substantial transformation rules to determine originDocument value-added content in each country
www.mexicomgroup.com
BONUS
Adapt Sourcing & Supply Chain Strategy
Nearshore or reshore production to Mexico or CanadaUse alternative suppliers within the USMCA regionShip In-Bond and consolidate cargo at border warehousesExplore transloading or repackaging to change classification
Mexicom USA’s warehouse supports In-Bond Dispatch
Learn more
www.mexicomgroup.com
BONUS
Run Tariff Impact Scenarios
Use digital tools or spreadsheets to model cost differencesCompare sourcing scenarios: China vs. Mexico Estimate how shifts affect total landed cost, lead time, and capacityEvaluate modal changes: rail vs. truckload, port vs. border crossings
Tip: Use AI-powered scenario modeling tools.
www.mexicomgroup.com
BONUS
Communicate Clearly with Stakeholders
Summarize 1–3 mitigation strategies for quick internal reviewUse dashboards or visuals to show cost savings and routing options Speak in metrics relevant to each audience (CFO = cost-to-serve; Ops = service level) Prepare contingency plans for fast-changing tariff shiftsInvolve your Tranportations and Logistics Provider early
www.mexicomgroup.com
BONUS
Communicate Clearly with Stakeholders
Summarize 1–3 mitigation strategies for quick internal reviewUse dashboards or visuals to show cost savings and routing options Speak in metrics relevant to each audience (CFO = cost-to-serve; Ops = service level) Prepare contingency plans for fast-changing tariff shiftsInvolve your Tranportations and Logistics Provider early
www.mexicomgroup.com
BONUS
Free Webinar (in Spanish)
Attend our Webinar : How Exporters Are Reducing U.S. Tariffs by Up to 50% in 2025 (In Spanish)🗓 Date: Tuesday, July 1st🕔 Time: 5:00 p.m. (Mexico City time)
Register here
www.mexicomgroup.com