Mexico import Ban on Child and Forced Labor Goods

The Ministry of Economy established a procedure, which will be processed by The Mexican Department of Labor that will facilitate the reception, analysis, and response to situations in which the use of labor from workers in a situation of forced or compulsory labor is presumed. including child labor, by companies located outside the territory of the USMCA that intend to import merchandise derived from such work into Mexico.

In this context, the term “Forced or Compulsory Labor” refers to “all work or service required of an individual, including minors, under the threat of any penalty and for which said individual does not offer himself voluntarily”. in accordance with Article 2(1) of the Forced Labor Convention, 1930 (Convention 29) of the International Labor Organization, published in the DOF on August 13, 1935.
The Agreement can be consulted in the Official Mexican Gazette: https://dof.gob.mx/nota_detalle.php?codigo=5679955&fecha=17/02/2023#gsc.tab=0

We strongly recommend U.S. exporters maintain close contact with their Mexican clients and partners to be aware of potential new requirements, paperwork, and certifications to comply with these mandatory requirements.
Moreover, the Mexican Department of Labor may request the assistance and information it deems necessary from the U.S. and other foreign authorities, to complete their investigations.  The U.S. Commercial Service in Mexico can assist U.S. exporters in resolving customs-related issues.  

For further questions on this issue or if you encounter any problems with Mexican Customs, please Ask Manny, contact Manuel.Velazquez@trade.gov