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On April 2, 2025, the United States government announced the implementation of "reciprocal tariffs" on multiple countries, establishing a base tariff of 10%. However, a week later, a 90-day pause was applied for most trading partners; nevertheless, tariffs on China were simultaneously increased. This decision is part of a strategy aimed at correcting trade balance imbalances and strengthening the U.S. domestic industry.
The importation of cosmetic products and dietary supplements into Mexico requires compliance with health and customs regulations, the objective of which is to protect consumer health.
In Mexico, the Official Mexican Standard NOM-241-SSA1-2025, Good Manufacturing Practices for Medical Devices, has been published, updating the previous version issued in 2021. This modification, in addition to providing more explicit guidelines, aims to enhance regulatory alignment at the international level.