In recent weeks, Mexico has implemented significant tariff and duty adjustments, catching many businesses off guard and triggering a wave of supply chain recalibration. The new measures include a 35% tariff on imported textiles and a 19% duty on goods shipped via courier services. According to Reuters, these changes aim to curb practices that exploit Mexico's trade advantages, particularly targeting e-commerce giants like Shein and Temu.
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