Description: Mercury free primary batteries can be exported to Mexico by sea, with full container load (FCL) and less than container load (LCL) options available. Shenzhen/Guangzhou direct flight to Manzanillo Port, with a journey time of about 20-25 days and door-to-door travel time of about 30-45 days; Manzanillo Port has implemented special control measures for electrified products, and the clearance time for batteries may be extended. One fixed price package: ocean freight, customs clearance, Mexican customs clearance, IGI (general import tax) 0%, IVA 16%, DTA 0.8%, and final delivery. Customs clearance requires NOM-212-SCFI-2017 certification (mercury ≤ 0.0005%, Spanish label), RFC tax number (dual clearance and tax channels can be handled by freight forwarders as importers), MSDS, and transportation appraisal report. UN3028 belongs to Class 8 corrosive products and must be packaged to prevent short circuits and pass a 1.2-meter drop test. The outer box should be labeled with UN3028 and Class 8 labels. Brand product authorization letter, wooden pallets must be fumigated with IPPC. Double clearance with tax included, delivery throughout Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterey.

The logic difference between exporting mercury free primary batteries to Mexico and exporting to Southeast Asia is not small. Mexican customs do not offer low value tax exemptions, and all commercial imports must be declared with an RFC tax number; Manzanillo Port has recently launched special control measures for electrified products, doubling the inspection rate for battery goods; The mercury limit and labeling requirements for NOM-212-SCFI-2017 are mandatory thresholds, not recommended standards; If the transportation attributes of UN3028 are not confirmed in writing by the shipping company during the booking stage, it is almost impossible to replenish the goods upon arrival at the port. We cleared these checkpoints for the customer before loading the container.

1、 Shipping price and delivery time of mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Mexico by sea

1. Shipping time for mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Mexico

Departing from Yantian in Shenzhen, Nansha in Guangzhou, or Dongguan Port, with a direct flight to Manzanillo Port, the sea voyage takes about 20-25 days. Door to door delivery for the entire container takes about 30-45 days (including customs clearance and delivery), and LCL takes about 35-50 days. As a core hub of China Mexico trade, Manzanillo Port has recently implemented special control measures for sensitive goods of electrified products, with strict inspection of unpacking and data review. The customs clearance time for battery goods may be extended by several days or even longer than that for regular goods. During the peak season from June to September, cabin availability may be tight, so booking 3-4 weeks in advance is more relaxed.

2. Shipping price of mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Mexico by sea

All inclusive quotation: ocean freight, domestic trailer customs clearance, Mexican import customs clearance IGI、IVA、DTA、 The final delivery is included, and it should be calculated clearly before signing the contract. There will be no additional charges in the future.

2、 The tax and fee structure for shipping mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Mexico: IGI is zero, but IVA and DTA are confirmed

Mercury free alkaline primary batteries are mainly classified under HS 8506.80.91 in Mexico, with an IGI (General Import Duty) of 0%. But Mexico does not offer low value tax exemptions, and all commercial imports are subject to taxation. The standard VAT rate for IVA is 16%, calculated as (CIF price+IGI+DTA) x 16%; The customs processing fee DTA is 0.8%, calculated based on the CIF value. The comprehensive tax burden is about 16.8%, which will be listed item by item in the DDP quotation. The tariff reform in Mexico in 2026 mainly targets categories such as textiles, steel, and chemicals. The tax items for batteries are not affected by this round of tariffs, and IGI will still maintain a zero tax rate.

3、 Customs clearance documents and procedures for shipping mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Mexico: NOM-212 and RFC are two hard lines

Level 1: NOM-212-SCFI-2017- Mercury limits and labeling are mandatory

The official Mexican standard NOM-212-SCFI-2017 sets an upper limit of 0.0005% (5ppm by weight) for mercury content in primary batteries. Mercury free primary batteries themselves are compliant, but certification is a prerequisite for entering the Mexican market. This standard also specifies label requirements, which must include capacity, rated voltage, safety warning, and final disposal information, all of which must be presented in Spanish. Certification must be completed by a Mexican accredited certification body (such as NYCE), and a conformity certificate must be issued after reviewing the test report issued by the accredited laboratory. Before shipment, it is necessary to confirm that the certificate covers the model and electrochemical system (alkaline, carbon zinc, etc. certified according to system classification) for this shipment.

Second level: RFC tax number and importer registration - cannot declare without RFC

Mexican customs implement a strict importer registration system, and any commercial import must have a Mexican local enterprise tax number (RFC), and the enterprise must be registered in the customs' "Importer Register" (Padr ó n de Importadores). The vast majority of Chinese sellers do not possess this qualification. When using the DDP double clearance tax service, the freight forwarder completes the declaration and payment of taxes with their Mexican registered importer's name as the IOR, and the customer does not need to hold the RFC themselves. But before shipment, it is necessary to confirm that the RFC qualification of the freight forwarder covers this shipment, rather than finding the name after arrival at the port.

Level 3: Transport attributes of UN3028- Confirmation is required during the booking phase

Alkaline dry batteries are classified under UN3028, with a hazard category of Class 8. However, sealed and airtight alkaline manganese primary batteries may not be treated as Class 8 hazardous materials under the condition of taking anti short circuit measures. The practical meaning is that one can apply to the shipping company for booking as non hazardous goods, but must actively submit MSDS and transportation appraisal reports, which will be reviewed and confirmed by the shipping company on a ticket by ticket basis. It cannot be assumed that general cargo will be shipped on its own. Mexico implements NOM-002-SCT and NOM-003-SCT standards for the packaging and labeling of dangerous goods. If accepted according to UN3028, the outer box must be labeled with the corresponding Class 8 label. The name, model, and UN number of the MSDS and identification certificate must be completely consistent with the commercial invoice and actual goods.

Fourth level: Customs clearance and delivery at the destination port

1. NOM-212 certificate and RFC qualification confirmation (before shipment): Confirm that the certificate covers the model, and that the RFC and importer roster status of the freight forwarder or importer are valid

2. Dangerous goods booking (7-10 days before shipment): Submit DG Form, MSDS, transportation identification certificate, and obtain written confirmation of transportation attributes from the shipping company

3. Pre examination of documents (during transportation): NOM certificate, commercial invoice (recommended to include Spanish translation) MSDS、 Verify the appraisal report item by item and confirm the Spanish labels

4. Port declaration (upon arrival): Pedimento is submitted by a licensed Mexican customs broker through the VUCEM platform to verify NOM and RFC

5. Tax payment release: IVA payment of 16% and DTA payment of 0.8%, IGI is zero

6. Terminal delivery: Delivery throughout Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Manzanillo

Fifth level: Customs clearance documents

Customs clearance document list: original/electronic bill of lading, commercial invoice (including model, voltage, mercury content, UN number, recommended Spanish translation), packing list, NOM-212-SCFI-2017 compliance certificate MSDS、 Goods transportation condition appraisal certificate, brand authorization letter (if applicable), wooden packaging fumigation certificate (if applicable).

4、 Several easy pitfalls in shipping mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Mexico by sea

The special control of Manzanillo Port is a real variable. The inspection rate of electrified products has doubled, and the tolerance space for data defects is smaller than before. The inconsistency between MSDS item 14 and the appraisal certificate, as well as the mismatch between the invoice model and NOM certificate, may result in amplification during the unpacking review.

RFC is not a matter of 'looking for it at the port'. Mexican customs do not accept declarations without RFC. Under DDP service, the RFC qualification of the freight forwarder must be confirmed and covered before booking, rather than finding the name temporarily after the goods arrive in Manzanillo.

The label for NOM-212 must be in Spanish. If the capacity, voltage, safety warning, and disposal information are only in English, they may be required to be corrected during market supervision and customs clearance.

Exemption from UN3028 requires active application. The shipping company will not assume that dry batteries are general cargo, and MSDS and certification are prerequisites for booking. Skipping this step will leave the risk at the port.

5. Prepare all brand authorization letters. Mexican customs are becoming stricter in enforcing intellectual property rights, and brand batteries must prepare authorization letters, with the scope of authorization clearly including Mexico.

6. IPPC label for wooden packaging. Solid wood pallets and wooden boxes must undergo ISPM 15 heat treatment and be marked with IPPC. It is recommended to prioritize using plywood fumigation free pallets or plastic pallets.

5、 Shipping packaging requirements for mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Mexico

1. Packaging requirements

The core of mercury free primary battery packaging is to prevent short circuits, which is both the bottom line of transportation safety and a condition for the establishment of UN3028 exemption. Batteries must be individually packaged or electrodes should be insulated for protection, and non-conductive materials should be used to separate the batteries. Each inner packaging must be able to withstand a 1.2-meter drop test in any orientation without any content movement, battery damage, or short circuit. The weight of a single box should not exceed 30kg, with one side not exceeding 150cm. The box should be sealed with an "H" shape and the width of the tape should be ≥ 5cm. Adequate cushioning materials should be stuffed inside the box to prevent the goods from shaking inside. The climate in the ports on the west coast of Mexico is humid and hot, so it is recommended to place desiccants inside the containers. Wooden packaging requires IPPC heat treatment, and it is recommended to use plywood fumigation free pallets.

2. Label requirements

In terms of labels: NOM-212 requires Spanish labels to include capacity, rated voltage, safety warnings, and disposal information; The product body or packaging is labeled with "Mercury Free", "Made in China" and model number; Outer box label and specific product name; If booking by non hazardous method, handle the outer box labeling according to the method confirmed by the shipping company; Fragile item label "FRAGILE".

The threshold for battery exports in Mexico is concentrated on NOM-212 certification, RFC qualification, and live product control at the Port of Manzanillo. We will review the model coverage of NOM certificate, advance confirmation of freight forwarder RFC, written locking of UN3028 transportation attributes, consistency of Spanish labels and MSDS one by one before loading the container, so as not to make up for them again after the goods arrive in Manzanillo. We follow the container loading process from Guangzhou, Dongguan, and Shenzhen, including sea freight, customs clearance, tax payment, and delivery. You hand over the goods to the domestic warehouse, and we will cover the rest of the way for you.

Shenzhen Andaxun International Logistics Co., Ltd

-Contact phone number: 0755-2968 6566

-Company Address: Xintian Avenue, Fuhai, Bao'an District, Shenzhen

-Main business: International shipping, FBA dedicated line, export of battery products, door-to-door double clearance and tax package

*(Mercury free primary batteries exported to Mexico, HS 8506.80.91 IGI 0%, IVA 16%，DTA 0.8%， Mexico has no low value tax exemption; NOM-212-SCFI-2017 mandatory certification, mercury limit 0.0005% (5ppm), label must be in Spanish; The RFC tax number is a hard threshold for commercial imports, and under DDP, the freight forwarder serves as the IOR to provide compliance header. Qualification coverage must be confirmed before shipment; Manzanillo Port has implemented special control measures for electrified products, doubling the inspection rate and potentially extending the customs clearance time; UN3028 Class 8, sealed airtight alkaline dry batteries can apply for booking as non hazardous materials under short-circuit prevention conditions, and must submit MSDS and transportation identification report to the shipping company and obtain written confirmation; The battery must be individually packaged to prevent short circuits, and the inner packaging must pass a 1.2-meter drop test; Wooden packaging must be marked with IPPC, and it is recommended to use plywood fumigation free pallets. It is recommended to book shipping 3-4 weeks in advance during peak season. ）*